Homicides in Los Angeles dropped over 20% in the first half of the year, with 116 recorded by June 28, compared to 152 last year. This trend reflects a national decline in murder rates, similar to reductions observed in cities like Baltimore and Detroit. Experts suggest the country may be experiencing one of the steepest declines in homicide rates in history, with multiple factors influencing this trend. LAPD data indicates Los Angeles is on track for the lowest homicide count since at least 1968, despite persistent violent crime in certain areas.
"What we're seeing is a broader trend that goes over several years. We're seeing homicide rates go down all across the United States."
"Homicides overall in L.A. have dropped to 116 through June 28, compared to 152 in the same period last year."
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