In December 2024, major felonies in Brooklyn dropped approximately 24% compared to the previous year's figures, indicating a potential trend towards improved safety in the borough.
Despite the drop in overall major felonies, certain violent crimes like rape and murder saw increases, with Brooklyn North experiencing a 5.6% rise in rape cases.
December was marked by notable violent incidents, including two murders and a serious crime wave on public transit, with transit crime rising by 75% in Brooklyn South.
Overall, even as December brought heightened incidents of violence, the broader 2024 picture showed major felonies down 6% from 2023, hinting at an overall decline.
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