#crime-rates

#crime-rates

New York City experienced a 3% decline in overall index crime in April 2025, continuing a seven-month trend.

Bail reform is urgent as crime by suspects on bail increases.

Concerns about crime rates and unpaid fines are rising among officials.

Eric Adams' safety record is criticized as inadequate, despite crime rate drops.

Public safety remains the primary concern in the NYC mayoral race, with crime rates influencing perceptions of Mayor Adams' reelection bid.

Lack of government funding could lead to increased violence against women and knife crime in London.

High Street experiences increased thefts, particularly phone snatchings, but overall crime rates are lower than summer.

Rotherhithe police relocated, causing community concern over increased crime and reduced local policing.

Subway assaults are rising sharply, sparking fears related to increased congestion pricing and overcrowding.

A letter from the transportation secretary highlights concerns about subway crime despite a significant decline in incidents.

South Korea is a safe destination for solo female travellers, with low crime rates and efficient public transportation.

Trump's administration continues to frame immigration as a national security threat, leveraging voter concerns about crime and drug issues.

Vance's defense of the anti-immigrant program is criticized for misinformation and fear-mongering regarding immigration statistics.

57% of retail workers feel unsafe as the holiday shopping season approaches, amidst rising crime rates.

Most retail staff feel understaffed, impacting their safety perceptions during peak shopping seasons.

Tesco's increased security measures for alcohol and other products are a response to rising shoplifting rates in London.

Perception greatly impacts people's willingness to return to downtown San Francisco, regardless of actual crime statistics.

Crime rates in the U.S. have fallen, but public fear remains high due to media sensationalism.

The narrative linking undocumented migrants to violent crime is misleading and lacks supporting evidence, as highlighted by discussions around Brian Thompson's murder.

Safety rankings vary significantly across states depending on factors beyond crime statistics, such as financial security and emergency preparedness.

Rancho Santa Margarita, California, ranked 15th in MoneyGeek's list of safest small cities in America, highlighting its low crime rates.

Medieval weapons were catalysts of chaos, exacerbating violence and crime rates across societies.

The state of emergency in Trinidad and Tobago is a response to unprecedented violence, with 623 murders reported in 2024.