Crime Drops Sharply in 2025 | Baltimore News

Crime in the U.S. is plummeting—violent crime dropped 9.3% in 2025, the biggest annual fall since 1936, with homicides down 18.1% to levels last seen in the mid-50s. Robbery, assault, rape, and even property crimes like car theft and burglary all saw steep declines. The trend continues into 2026’s first half, with violent crime down another 10.6% and murders falling 23% year-over-year. Experts point to post-pandemic normalization, policing changes, and demographic shifts—but no single cause explains it all. While reporting gaps and lingering disparities remain, FBI data from over 17,000 agencies confirms this is a nationwide, historic drop after years of rising crime.

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