Philadelphia's urban improvements correlate with reduced crime, suggesting environment plays a role in safety.

In 2020, Philadelphia had 499 homicides – nearly 150 more than the previous year. Gun violence worsened in 2021 – with 562 homicides that year – and then dropped slightly in 2022.

Understanding the context of gun violence in Philadelphia As of Oct. 1, 2024, Philadelphia has recorded 841 shootings, with alarming statistics showing that half of the victims are under 30 years ...

Gun violence in Philadelphia plummeted in 2024 − here are 3 factors at play ... Temple University attributes the reduction in crime within its patrol areas to the implementation of safety ...

The increase in patrols is part of a new crime reduction plan. The city's $5.8 billion budget for fiscal year 2023 includes $184 million for gun violence initiatives, and a nearly $30 million ...

CAP analyzed “gun homicides and gun violence victimizations” data from 2019, 2021, 2023, and 2024 from Jan. 1 to April 30 (which CAP referred to as “year to date,” or “YTD”).

Philadelphia has recorded more than 500 homicides this year as the city's gun violence crisis continues to rise dramatically.The city has only ever recorded this large loss of human life twice in ...

Husband-And-Wife Team From Philadelphia Launch Organization Combatting Gun Violence. The group's message is resonating in Philadelphia, where although there has been a significant reduction in gun ...

Philadelphia has seen the sharpest decline in gun violence so far in 2024 out of major U.S. cities, according to the Center for American Progress Published June 13, 2024 • Updated on June 14 ...

In 2020, Philadelphia had 499 homicides – nearly 150 more than the previous year. Gun violence worsened in 2021 – with 562 homicides that year – and then dropped slightly in 2022 ...

Read More: Gun Injuries to Children Have Soared.So Have Their Impacts. In general, gun homicides in the U.S. are down by 13.1%, and gun violence victimizations are down by 12.5%, compared to 2023.

New leadership and crime-fighting strategies. Reducing gun violence was a top campaign issue during Philadelphia’s 2023 mayoral race.. Mayor Cherelle Parker, elected on a law-and-order platform ...