Statistics show decline in crime, statewide and in Springfield

Statistics show decline in crime, statewide and in Springfield

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - On Tuesday, the Healey-Driscoll administration announced crime statistics in Massachusetts for 2024, showing a decline in crime. In the report, there's progress for the state and the city of Springfield. This is a win for Massachusetts, and the data proves that something is being done to keep communities safer. Local organizations collaborate for summer youth programs in Springfield Public safety and reducing cr…

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Preliminary 2024 state statistics show continued progress in enhancing public safety and reducing crime across Massachusetts. According to early data submitted to the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program, the National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS), Part One crimes in Massachusetts, which include  murder, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault, declined in 2024 by 4.4% compared to 2023, with total NIBRS offenses dropping by 6.5%. …

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