The article discusses the often sensational nature of crime reporting, which tends to focus on increases rather than decreases in crime rates. Following a record rise in violent crime starting in 2020, recent reports indicate a notable decline, with murder rates potentially experiencing their most substantial drop in history. By early 2024, preliminary data suggests that murder rates have decreased by 21.6%, and property crime is also down significantly. This trend challenges the narrative that violent crime is on a continuous upward trajectory and highlights the need for balanced reporting.
When crime is rising, it gets a great deal of attentionâfollowing the old newsroom adage that 'if it bleeds, it leads.' This structural problem in reporting raises questions about how we perceive crime trends over time.
Experts suggest that 2024 might witness the steepest fall in the murder rate, with current data showing a 21.6 percent decrease in murders and significant drops in other crime categories.
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