US Homicide Rates Expected to Plummet for Third Consecutive Year, Reaching Pre-Pandemic Levels
2024-12-31
ABC News
As 2024 comes to a close, the United States is on track to see a significant decline in homicides for the third year in a row, with murder rates predicted to drop to levels not seen since before the COVID-19 pandemic. This downward trend is a welcome shift, with law enforcement and community leaders working together to reduce violent crime and improve public safety. With a focus on evidence-based solutions and community engagement, the US is poised to make significant strides in reducing homicide rates and creating safer communities, a key aspect of crime prevention and public health initiatives, including those related to gun violence and domestic violence.