July 13, 2025

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Murders are down nationwide. Researchers point to a key reason

Summary

Murders have decreased significantly in many U.S. cities after they increased in 2020 and 2021. Experts believe this drop is mainly due to new investments in communities from both the government and private organizations.

Key Facts

  • Murders have gone down significantly in many U.S. cities.
  • There was a rise in murders in 2020 and 2021.
  • Analysts suggest that the decrease is due to new community investments.
  • Both government and private organizations provided the investment.
  • These efforts followed disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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