Violent crime down 60% in New Bedford over last decade

Violent crime down 60% in New Bedford over last decade

NEW BEDFORD, Mass. (WPRI) — Violent and property crimes continue to decline in New Bedford, according to new data released on Thursday. Data submitted by the New Bedford Police Department to the FBI last year shows violent crime is down 60% over the past decade due to drops in aggravated assault and robbery. Property crime is also down 52% due to drops in burglary and larceny. "This year’s report highlights the meaningful strides we’ve made as a…

New Bedford Police violent crime data for 2024 shows crime down 60% over decade

NEW BEDFORD – According to data submitted by the New Bedford Police Department to the FBI, violent crime in 2024 continued to decline in the City of New Bedford, and is now down 60% over the past decade, with property crime down 52% in the same period. The falling crime rates over the last 10 years …