Campaign Zero's mapping initiative revealed that 1,365 people were killed by police in 2024, marking less than a 1% increase from 2023. This rise is concerning against a backdrop of declining national homicides and violent crimes. A significant portion of these deaths involved individuals responding to 911 calls, with many victims aged 20-40. Notably, Black and Latino individuals experienced disproportionately high rates of police killings, particularly in cities like Chicago and St. Louis. The organization's extensive tracking reveals systemic issues that demand urgent, data-driven reforms.
In 2024, 1,365 individuals were killed by law enforcement, reflecting a slight increase despite national declines in homicides and violent crimes.
Black residents in Chicago were over 30 times more likely to be killed by police than white residents, highlighting systemic racial disparities.
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