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Violent crime drops in Washington as drug offenses skyrocket, latest statistics show
Violent crime in Washington dropped significantly last year but remains well above pre-pandemic levels. And Washington remains dead last in police staffing per capita compared to other states.
Murder, Violent Crime Declined in WA, Says Annual Report - Liberty Park Press
Murder and violent crime in Washington State saw reductions in 2024, a year which saw a modest increase in the number of active concealed pistol licenses. According to the annual crime report from the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs (WASPC), last year saw 312 murders, down 18.8 percent from the 384 slayings posted in 2023. Violent Crimes declined 7.6 percent with 29,036 offenses reported, compared to 31,441 offenses reported…
The latest report from the Washington State Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs (WASPC) shows that overall crime in Washington state has recently decreased by nearly 19%, but remains above pre-pandemic levels. The report found that between 2023 and 2024, the state's homicide rate decreased by 18.8%; property crimes, including auto theft and vandalism, decreased by 13.4%; violent crimes decreased by 7.6%; and personal crimes (half of which …
Violent Crime Drops in Washington as Drug Offenses Skyrocket, Latest Statistics Show
OLYMPIA, WA – Violent crime in Washington dropped significantly last year but remains well above pre-pandemic levels. And Washington remains dead last in police staffing per capita compared to other states. These findings come from a report released this week by the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs that shows some encouraging signs after years of rising crime. Murders statewide dropped nearly 19% from 2023, for a total of 312…
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