Preliminary data collected from 69 major cities also shows homicides fell by 17%, according to Axios analysisViolent crime in major US cities has dropped by 6% in the first half of this year compared with last year, according to newly released preliminary data.The preliminary data, collected from 69 major US cities and published by the Major Cities Chief Association, shows that overall, violent crime dropped during the first six months of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. Homicides fell by 17%, according to an analysis by Axios. Continue reading…
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Author : Anna Betts
Publish date : 2024-08-13 16:39:31
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