Commish Tisch to the RescueJessica Tisch navigates a challenging role as NYC Police Commissioner amidst scandals and pressing public safety issues.
Gang violence behind one in three London killings, new report findsGang-related violence accounts for over a third of London's homicides, indicating a critical issue that requires urgent intervention.
Manhattan DA's Office looks to reverse trend of anti-LGBTQ hate crimesAnti-LGBTQ hate crimes in Manhattan have dramatically increased, making it the top category of hate-driven attacks in 2023.
Early data show homicides dropped 16% in 2024Homicides in major U.S. cities fell by 16% in 2024, signaling a decline in overall violent crime.
Murders and Shootings Tumble in New York City in First Quarter of YearNew York City recorded the fewest shootings in the first quarter since 1994, with major crimes also on the decline.
As Trump complains about Canada, data shows most crime guns seized in GTA come from U.S. | CBC NewsU.S. guns, not migrants, major factor in Canadian crime rates, with high seizure rates reported across multiple police jurisdictions.
Commish Tisch to the RescueJessica Tisch navigates a challenging role as NYC Police Commissioner amidst scandals and pressing public safety issues.
Gang violence behind one in three London killings, new report findsGang-related violence accounts for over a third of London's homicides, indicating a critical issue that requires urgent intervention.
Manhattan DA's Office looks to reverse trend of anti-LGBTQ hate crimesAnti-LGBTQ hate crimes in Manhattan have dramatically increased, making it the top category of hate-driven attacks in 2023.
Early data show homicides dropped 16% in 2024Homicides in major U.S. cities fell by 16% in 2024, signaling a decline in overall violent crime.
Murders and Shootings Tumble in New York City in First Quarter of YearNew York City recorded the fewest shootings in the first quarter since 1994, with major crimes also on the decline.
As Trump complains about Canada, data shows most crime guns seized in GTA come from U.S. | CBC NewsU.S. guns, not migrants, major factor in Canadian crime rates, with high seizure rates reported across multiple police jurisdictions.
Exclusive | NYC sees dramatic reduction in murders, shootings in 2025 under NYPD boss Jessica Tisch's leadershipNew York City saw a significant reduction in violent crime in early 2025 under Commissioner Jessica Tisch's leadership.
Man's car stolen after violent attack as vehicle thefts riseCar thefts are sharply rising, reflecting broader organized crime issues in society.Victimization from violent crime can result in severe consequences, as evidenced by the attack on Alan Chappell-Williams.
'The city has never been safer': Boston records lowest murder rate since 1957, officials announceBoston's homicide rate has dropped significantly, indicating a historic low in crime rates with community efforts playing a critical role.
Crime is down, FBI says, but politicians still choose statistics to fit their narrativesViolent crime and property crime decreased in the U.S. during 2023, reversing pandemic trends according to the FBI's national crime report.
Number of Young People Accused of Serious Crimes Surges in New York CityYouth crime in New York City has surged significantly over the past seven years, leading to heightened concerns among law enforcement officials.
Oakland Sees First Homicide In Eight WeeksOakland has experienced a downward trend in violent crime despite a recent homicide, highlighting ongoing challenges.The homicide on Wednesday was the first since September, reminding the community of the violence that persists.
Exclusive | NYC sees dramatic reduction in murders, shootings in 2025 under NYPD boss Jessica Tisch's leadershipNew York City saw a significant reduction in violent crime in early 2025 under Commissioner Jessica Tisch's leadership.
Man's car stolen after violent attack as vehicle thefts riseCar thefts are sharply rising, reflecting broader organized crime issues in society.Victimization from violent crime can result in severe consequences, as evidenced by the attack on Alan Chappell-Williams.
'The city has never been safer': Boston records lowest murder rate since 1957, officials announceBoston's homicide rate has dropped significantly, indicating a historic low in crime rates with community efforts playing a critical role.
Crime is down, FBI says, but politicians still choose statistics to fit their narrativesViolent crime and property crime decreased in the U.S. during 2023, reversing pandemic trends according to the FBI's national crime report.
Number of Young People Accused of Serious Crimes Surges in New York CityYouth crime in New York City has surged significantly over the past seven years, leading to heightened concerns among law enforcement officials.
Oakland Sees First Homicide In Eight WeeksOakland has experienced a downward trend in violent crime despite a recent homicide, highlighting ongoing challenges.The homicide on Wednesday was the first since September, reminding the community of the violence that persists.
The London boroughs with the highest crime ratesWestminster faces the highest crime rate in London, primarily due to theft related to tourist activity.
Burglars break into lottery machine inside Saratoga CVSThere is a notable increase in vehicle tampering and burglaries in the targeted residential and commercial areas.
The most common crimes in Haringey according to Met Police figuresThe borough recorded 30,242 crimes in the last year, with theft and violence as the most prevalent offenses.
The London boroughs with the highest crime ratesWestminster faces the highest crime rate in London, primarily due to theft related to tourist activity.
Burglars break into lottery machine inside Saratoga CVSThere is a notable increase in vehicle tampering and burglaries in the targeted residential and commercial areas.
The most common crimes in Haringey according to Met Police figuresThe borough recorded 30,242 crimes in the last year, with theft and violence as the most prevalent offenses.
The three most common crimes in Barnet according to the MetViolence and theft are the most common crimes in Barnet, together over 51% of total offences recorded in the last year.
Most stolen pets in each London borough as 600 animals stolen in capital in 12 monthsAnimal thefts in London have decreased significantly from 1,650 to 597, with dogs being the most frequently stolen pets.
The three most common crimes in Barnet according to the MetViolence and theft are the most common crimes in Barnet, together over 51% of total offences recorded in the last year.
Most stolen pets in each London borough as 600 animals stolen in capital in 12 monthsAnimal thefts in London have decreased significantly from 1,650 to 597, with dogs being the most frequently stolen pets.
Immigrants accused of homicide are a tiny fraction of ICE arrestsLess than 1% of ICE at-large arrests for homicide contradicts claims about immigrant crime rates.
Study: Immigration has not raised German crime rate DW 02/20/2025Immigrants and refugees do not commit crimes at a higher rate; factors like urban environments inflate crime statistics.
Trump's push to deport criminal immigrants won't find manyTrump's mass deportation strategy faces significant delays due to the complexities of immigration law and low actual deportation figures for criminals.
German study: Immigration does not raise crime rate DW 02/20/2025Immigrants do not have a higher tendency to commit crime; urban factors influence crime rates regardless of nationality.
Immigrants accused of homicide are a tiny fraction of ICE arrestsLess than 1% of ICE at-large arrests for homicide contradicts claims about immigrant crime rates.
Study: Immigration has not raised German crime rate DW 02/20/2025Immigrants and refugees do not commit crimes at a higher rate; factors like urban environments inflate crime statistics.
Trump's push to deport criminal immigrants won't find manyTrump's mass deportation strategy faces significant delays due to the complexities of immigration law and low actual deportation figures for criminals.
German study: Immigration does not raise crime rate DW 02/20/2025Immigrants do not have a higher tendency to commit crime; urban factors influence crime rates regardless of nationality.
The Croydon train stations where the most crimes are committedWest Croydon station had the highest crime rate in Croydon, with 46 offences in 2024.
Mapped: UK phone theft hotspots reveal where you're most likely to be targetedMobile phone thefts in the UK have doubled in five years, particularly concentrated in London.
Where Your Car Is Most Likely to Be Stolen in Every StateMotor vehicle theft rates have surged over 14% in the past two years, with significant implications for victims.
The States Where Your Car is Most Likely to be Stolen (4 States Are Worse Than California)Motor-vehicle theft occurs approximately every 30 seconds in the U.S., making it one of the most prevalent crimes.
Where Your Car Is Most Likely to Be Stolen in Every StateMotor vehicle theft rates have surged over 14% in the past two years, with significant implications for victims.
The States Where Your Car is Most Likely to be Stolen (4 States Are Worse Than California)Motor-vehicle theft occurs approximately every 30 seconds in the U.S., making it one of the most prevalent crimes.
As congestion toll pain kicks in, MTA boss Janno Lieber insults us on subway crimeJanno Lieber's comments on subway crime downplay public fears, framing it as a psychological issue rather than a real safety concern.
Masters of Deflection: Congestion Pricing Foes Stoke Fear of Subway Crime - Streetsblog New York CityCongestion pricing critiques often exploit fear around crime to sway public opinion, despite many New Yorkers using the subway safely daily.
Lieber's subway crime dismissal: Letters to the Editor - Jan. 13, 2025MTA officials should experience the subway without protection to understand the real safety concerns riders face.
MTA boss Janno Lieber brushes off subway crime as 'in people's heads' as congestion pricing kicks in - despite recent rash of violent incidentsConcerns about subway crime are largely psychological, according to MTA Chair Janno Lieber, despite improvements in actual crime statistics.
As congestion toll pain kicks in, MTA boss Janno Lieber insults us on subway crimeJanno Lieber's comments on subway crime downplay public fears, framing it as a psychological issue rather than a real safety concern.
Masters of Deflection: Congestion Pricing Foes Stoke Fear of Subway Crime - Streetsblog New York CityCongestion pricing critiques often exploit fear around crime to sway public opinion, despite many New Yorkers using the subway safely daily.
Lieber's subway crime dismissal: Letters to the Editor - Jan. 13, 2025MTA officials should experience the subway without protection to understand the real safety concerns riders face.
MTA boss Janno Lieber brushes off subway crime as 'in people's heads' as congestion pricing kicks in - despite recent rash of violent incidentsConcerns about subway crime are largely psychological, according to MTA Chair Janno Lieber, despite improvements in actual crime statistics.
Experts offer fraud prevention tips as Toronto police struggle with overwhelming case load | CBC NewsRising fraud reports in Toronto; significant challenges in police investigations and victim recovery.
Police have seized almost 5,000 illegal guns in NYC so far this yearNYPD recovered 4,938 firearms this year, with a slight increase in September shootings but an overall decrease in crime rates.
Gun violence falls in Sweden for second year in a rowThere was a significant decrease in shootings and explosions in Sweden in 2024, but violence demand from criminal groups persists.
Police have seized almost 5,000 illegal guns in NYC so far this yearNYPD recovered 4,938 firearms this year, with a slight increase in September shootings but an overall decrease in crime rates.
Gun violence falls in Sweden for second year in a rowThere was a significant decrease in shootings and explosions in Sweden in 2024, but violence demand from criminal groups persists.
London crime statistics: Is knife crime getting worse?London is experiencing a new surge in knife crime, with multiple incidents reported in a few days.
The faces and horror crimes of 37 south Londoners jailed for murder in 2024The year 2024 highlighted alarming incidents of domestic violence and murder in London, underscoring the urgent need for addressing these societal issues.
London crime statistics: Is knife crime getting worse?London is experiencing a new surge in knife crime, with multiple incidents reported in a few days.
The faces and horror crimes of 37 south Londoners jailed for murder in 2024The year 2024 highlighted alarming incidents of domestic violence and murder in London, underscoring the urgent need for addressing these societal issues.
Rapes Rise 14% in Brooklyn North With Latest Attack Reported in Ocean HillA 14% increase in rapes in Brooklyn North signals a worrying trend and highlights the need for improved domestic violence prevention strategies.
The east London murderers jailed in 2024 including gang who 'butchered' rivalsViolence and murder in East London have led to significant convictions this year, as highlighted by these horrific cases.
Rapes Rise 14% in Brooklyn North With Latest Attack Reported in Ocean HillA 14% increase in rapes in Brooklyn North signals a worrying trend and highlights the need for improved domestic violence prevention strategies.
The east London murderers jailed in 2024 including gang who 'butchered' rivalsViolence and murder in East London have led to significant convictions this year, as highlighted by these horrific cases.
Caught copper-handed: Second suspect nabbed for wire theft at Brooklyn Navy Yard * Brooklyn PaperA significant rise in burglaries was reported in Brooklyn Navy Yard, with two recent arrests for copper theft underlining the issue.
Most U.S. shootings are done by men, but the Wisconsin school attack is an exceptionSchool shootings are common in the U.S., but female perpetrators, like the 15-year-old in Madison, are rare and highlight an unusual trend.
Shootings, Sex Crimes Surged in Brooklyn in OctoberOverall crime rates decreased in Brooklyn, with major felonies down 14%.Gun violence and rape continue to be serious issues despite the drop in crime.
The 10 Least Safe Cities in America: Some Are Making a Comeback as Investor MarketsThe safety of U.S. cities is influenced by factors including crime rates, financial metrics, and natural disaster risks, according to WalletHub's ranking.
Two men shot to death in gunfight outside East Bay bowling alley have been identifiedTwo men were killed in a gun battle outside a bowling alley, marking a record number of homicides in Antioch for 2023.
Most U.S. shootings are done by men, but the Wisconsin school attack is an exceptionSchool shootings are common in the U.S., but female perpetrators, like the 15-year-old in Madison, are rare and highlight an unusual trend.
Shootings, Sex Crimes Surged in Brooklyn in OctoberOverall crime rates decreased in Brooklyn, with major felonies down 14%.Gun violence and rape continue to be serious issues despite the drop in crime.
The 10 Least Safe Cities in America: Some Are Making a Comeback as Investor MarketsThe safety of U.S. cities is influenced by factors including crime rates, financial metrics, and natural disaster risks, according to WalletHub's ranking.
Two men shot to death in gunfight outside East Bay bowling alley have been identifiedTwo men were killed in a gun battle outside a bowling alley, marking a record number of homicides in Antioch for 2023.
Murders PlungeThe nationwide murder rate declined significantly in 2024, possibly reaching levels lower than before the pandemic.
Crime in Berkeley dropped in 2024, mirroring national trendCrime rates in Berkeley have significantly decreased in 2024 compared to 2023, mirroring a national trend of declining serious crimes.
Catching the snatchers: Fightback as London becomes the phone theft capital of EuropeThe alarming rise of phone theft in London poses significant personal and professional risks to victims.
SF DA Brooke Jenkins Gets In Dig at Elon Musk After Momeni VerdictElon Musk exacerbated narratives of San Francisco's crime after Bob Lee's murder, leveraging social media to amplify perceptions of lawlessness.
These Are the American Cities Where Police Use Deadly Force the MostPolice killings in the U.S. have surpassed 6,000 since 2020, revealing significant disparities in violence across cities.
These Are the Most Dangerous States for PoliceLaw enforcement is one of the most dangerous professions in the U.S. with a high workplace fatality rate.From 2013 to 2022, 973 police officers were killed on duty in the U.S.
These States Are Cracking Down on Gun CrimeGun tracing investigations have dramatically increased, aiding law enforcement in linking suspects to firearms and revealing crime patterns.
New LAPD chief says people aren't calling the police enough - and that needs to changeLAPD Chief McDonnell emphasizes the importance of public perception in crime reporting and the need for citizens to trust the police.
These Are the American Cities Where Police Use Deadly Force the MostPolice killings in the U.S. have surpassed 6,000 since 2020, revealing significant disparities in violence across cities.
These Are the Most Dangerous States for PoliceLaw enforcement is one of the most dangerous professions in the U.S. with a high workplace fatality rate.From 2013 to 2022, 973 police officers were killed on duty in the U.S.
These States Are Cracking Down on Gun CrimeGun tracing investigations have dramatically increased, aiding law enforcement in linking suspects to firearms and revealing crime patterns.
New LAPD chief says people aren't calling the police enough - and that needs to changeLAPD Chief McDonnell emphasizes the importance of public perception in crime reporting and the need for citizens to trust the police.
NYC is now home to over 58K 'criminal' migrants - including more than 1,000 gang members: ICEOver 58,000 illegal migrants in NYC are convicted felons or facing charges, representing 7.7% of the total migrant population.
Club is biggest crime generator in borough - MetHeaven nightclub faces a 28-day license suspension, cited as the highest crime generator in Westminster due to multiple reported incidents.
FBI 'update' proves Donald Trump was RIGHT about rising violent crimeThe FBI's 2022 crime statistics were revised from a reduction to an increase, undermining their reliability for future data.
More than 9,000 cars stolen in Romford since 2018, new data revealsRomford is among the UK's top areas for car theft, with over 9,000 stolen cars in five years.
Stats Show SFPD Very Effective at Solving Murders, But Worst in the State at Solving Most Other CrimesSFPD has high homicide resolution rates but struggles with other crimes.Clearance rates greatly vary by crime type for the SFPD.