Shootings Decline Across US Cities, Including 25% Drop in NYC
- Shootings in New York City have dropped by about 25% in the first half of this year compared to the same period last year.
- Other major felonies, such as murders, rapes, and burglaries, have also decreased by about 10% each in NYC.
- However, car thefts have increased by 18% and felony assaults by 6% in NYC.
- The decrease in gun violence is attributed to the efforts of social service organizations and the focus on fighting gun violence by the police department.
- This decrease in shootings is part of a nationwide trend after a post-pandemic spike in violent crime.