The police department data reveals that crime in Berkeley has significantly decreased in 2024, with sharp drops in shootings, robberies, and burglaries, reflecting a nationwide trend.
According to a mid-year study by the Council on Criminal Justice, violent crime rates dropped to pre-pandemic levels in many parts of the-country, although property crime trends varied.
In particular, while some property crimes like burglary fell significantly, shoplifting reported a concerning increase of 24% in the early half of 2024, highlighting a mixed landscape.
The FBI's UCR summary highlighted a substantial reduction in various serious crimes in 2024, specifically noting decreases in murder by 22.7% and robbery by 13.6%.
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