Durham Police Department releases 2008 crime statistics

Mar 02 2009, Written by Zachary Tracer in Crime,Durham News,News, 0 Comments

The Durham Police Department released the 2008 crime statistics for the city Monday. Check Tuesday’s Chronicle for the story, or click below for the full report.

The Quick Read:

Decreases

• 24 murders in 2008, 1 fewer than in 2007.
• 19 percent fewer rapes.
• 3 percent fewer burglaries.
• 11 percent decrease in vehicle thefts.

Increases

• 11 percent more robberies.
• 5 percent rise in larcenies.

The Full Report

2008 Durham Police Department Crime Report