shifts on match days.

Patterson said additional long-term measures are needed and suggested installing metal detectors at fare gates.

 Instead of trying to build new trains and get new MARTA cards, they need to be putting safety measures in place,  Patterson said.  They should spend their money wisely instead of spending it on things that don't really matter. 

The calls for action come as MARTA faces a federal investigation into its spending and safety protocols. While several people said they welcome the inquiry, they are also urging individuals to change their behavior.

 Y'all just stop the violence, please. It's enough,  Patterson said.  We're tired of getting phone calls saying our family members are dying - our aunts, our uncles, our sisters, our brothers. We're tired of all these random tragedies happening. 

The first World Cup match in Atlanta is scheduled for June 15.