City of Camden officials say crime has dropped to some of the lowest levels in decades. Here's why.
Officials in Camden, New Jersey, say crime has dropped to some of the lowest levels in over four decades. Here's what they attribute the success to.
Camden County crime rates hits 55-year low, officials say
CAMDEN COUNTY, NJ (WPVI) -- The crime rate in the City of Camden is now at a 55-year low and leaders are gathering Tuesday to outline the significant progress. City officials say from 2023 to 2024, homicides were down 43% in the city. Violent crime was also reduced by 17% and shootings dropped by 36%. Overall, crime was down 8%.
Crime continues to steadily drop in Camden, NJ, according to the data
Officials in Camden, New Jersey, are turning to the data to show lower crime rates and a better quality of life in the community.
Crime in Camden dramatically drops: 2024 brings lowest number of homicides since 1985, city reports
Camden Mayor Victor Carstarphen and more leaders are speaking out to celebrate the results of its 2024 crime report.
Crime rate continues to fall in the city of Camden, officials say
CAMDEN, N.J. (WPVI) -- The crime rate in the city of Camden has reached its lowest point in more than five decades. City leaders highlighted the accomplishments during a news conference on Tuesday. They said from 2023 to 2024, homicides were down 43 percent in the city, while violent crime fell by 17 percent.
Is Camden on the rise? Crime drops dramatically, officials say
Camden city officials say crime is a near 40-year low of just 17 homicides in the past year. Camden Mayor Victor Carstarphen and more leaders are speaking out in celebration of the accomplishment.
Camden County school closures, delayed openings due to snow for Monday (Jan. 6, 2025)
Camden County school districts have begun calling for closures and delayed openings for Monday due to a winter storm expected ...
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Camden crime statistics are down annually
Camden is officially becoming a ” city of promise” with crime numbers hitting record-breaking low numbers. On Tuesday, Mayor Victor Carstarphen joined the Board of Commissioners the ...
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Here’s how much snow fell across New Jersey on Monday
With a top snowfall report of just over 8 inches, this was South Jersey's biggest snowstorm in almost three years.