FBI Data Reveals Decline in All Crime Categories in 2024

CBS News reports that in 2024, crime rates across all categories saw a decline, including homicides, violent offenses, and motor vehicle thefts, based on recent FBI data released on Tuesday. This trend aligns with ongoing observations of decreasing violent crime figures following a peak seen after the COVID-19 pandemic. The FBI's report refrained from offering specific reasons behind the overall decline in violent crimes. An FBI spokesperson stated during a briefing, "It's challenging, if not impossible, for us to pinpoint the exact causes, as each reporting jurisdiction may have different factors at play." Key statistics indicate a 14.9% year-over-year reduction in murder and nonnegligent manslaughter rates. Robbery incidents decreased by 8.9%, while rape cases fell by approximately 5.2%. Additionally, aggravated assaults declined by 3%, according to the report. Read the full article for more insights. Notably, last year, former President Trump held numerous rallies where he claimed that migrants were responsible for widespread violence, including rapes and murders across the country. Crime rates across all categories show a downward trend in 2024, as highlighted by the FBI da...