The Number of Murders Kept Falling This Year, But Fear of Crime Persists
Briefly

In 2023, the number of murders fell at the steepest rate ever recorded, according to the F.B.I.'s data, indicating a significant decline in violent crime.
Data collected by the Real-Time Crime Index showed a nearly 16 percent decline in murders from 2023 through October 2024, suggesting a continuation of this trend.
Despite the decline, polls show that Americans still perceive crime, particularly murder, as a significant challenge, influenced by high-profile incidents that keep the issue in the spotlight.
The F.B.I.'s preliminary data for early 2024 indicates an even steeper decline in murder rates, although the complete year-end data won’t be available until next year.
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