Violent crime rises by 17 percent in the first half of the year
According to preliminary figures, violent crime in Germany rose by almost 17% in the first half of 2023 compared to the same period last year. As Federal Minister of the Interior Nancy Faeser (SPD) said in Wiesbaden on Thursday, referring to the police crime statistics, the number of crimes rose by around 11 percent overall. Society had become more violent. The increase is clear, but the causes are manifold.
The increase in violent crime, as revealed by the police crime statistics, is a concern for Federal Minister of the Interior Nancy Faeser. In light of this, it's crucial for the police to investigate and address the root causes of this rise in crime and violence.
Source: www.dpa.com
