New Hampshire, Violent Crime Rise, 2017

The FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program reported a concerning trend in New Hampshire during 2017: violent crimes on the rise. According to the data, the Granite State saw a notable increase in violent crimes, echoing a national trend.

Nationwide, violent crimes were up in 2017, with a 3.4% increase reported in the FBI’s UCR data. This uptick in violent crime was attributed to factors such as gang activity, opioid addiction, and mental health concerns. In New Hampshire, the state’s population was growing, and with it, so was the crime rate.

The FBI UCR data showed that New Hampshire’s murder and non-negligent manslaughter rate increased by 25% in 2017, compared to the previous year. This was a stark contrast to the nationwide trend, where murders decreased by 0.7%. Aggravated assault rates also saw a significant increase in New Hampshire, mirroring the national trend.

_property Crime rates in New Hampshire, however, remained relatively stable in 2017. The state’s property crime rate, which includes burglaries and motor vehicle thefts, decreased by 4.8%. This dip in property crime rates was a welcome respite for law enforcement agencies in the state.

The 2017 crime data highlights the complexities of crime trends in New Hampshire. While the state saw an increase in violent crimes, property crime rates remained relatively stable. The FBI UCR data serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement agencies in addressing emerging trends and crime patterns.

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