Tag: crime statistics
Study: 60% of Home Invasions Involve Known Individuals
Nearly 60% of home invasions involve individuals known to the victims, shattering the common perception that strangers pose the greatest threat. This startling statistic,...
Study Reveals 60% of Burglaries Are Spontaneous
Burglaries often conjure images of meticulously planned heists, but a recent study shatters this stereotype. Researchers found that a staggering 60% of burglaries are...
Study Finds 70% of Crimes Are Not Random
For decades, the prevailing belief has been that crime occurs randomly, a product of opportunity and chance. However, a groundbreaking study challenges this notion,...
Urban Crime Rates: Bigger Cities Don’t Always Mean More Crime
Contrary to popular belief, bigger cities don't always equate to higher crime rates. Recent data from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting Program reveals that...
Violent Crime Rates Drop 40% Over Two Decades
Violent crime rates in the United States have plummeted by 40% over the past two decades, defying the persistent myth that crime is always...
Crime Rates: 60% of Offenses Occur After Dark
After sunset, the world transforms. Shadows lengthen, streets empty, and a sense of unease settles over many neighborhoods. It's during these hours that 60%...
Understanding Workplace Violence: 4 Key Crime Statistics
Every year, nearly 2 million American workers report being victims of workplace violence, a staggering figure that underscores the urgent need for awareness and...
U.S. Violent Crime Rate Drops to Lowest Level in Decades
The United States witnessed a significant milestone in 2023, with the violent crime rate plummeting to its lowest level in decades. This drop marks...
Carjacking Crimes Surge 30% in Major Cities This Year
Carjacking crimes have surged by 30% in major cities this year, marking a disturbing upward trend in violent crime. This alarming statistic underscores a...
Fleeing Police Leads to 30% Increase in Chases, Study Finds
Police chases have surged by 30% in the past decade, a troubling trend linked to the rise of fleeing police crime. This dangerous act,...
Violent Crime Rates Drop 18% in Five Years
Violent crime rates have plummeted by 18% over the past five years, marking a significant shift in public safety trends. This decline, while encouraging,...