[71215] Dramatic drop in crime rates in the US: Official data points to a positive trend

Dramatic drop in crime rates in the US

According to a report by NTD Hebrew News, an unprecedented sharp decline in crime rates has been recorded across the United States. The report notes that this is the most significant rate of decline measured since 1937, a fact that indicates a profound change on the ground.

Official statistical data, as published in the report by NTD Hebrew News, indicates an overall decrease of 9.7% in violent crime during the period between February 2025 and the end of January 2026, compared to the same period last year. This decline is particularly notable in a number of criminal categories:

• Murder: A decrease of 18.5%.


• Motor vehicle theft: A drop of 22.1%.


• Burglaries: A decrease of 16.1%.


• Rape: A decrease of 7.3%.

FBI Director Kash Patel addressed these figures and noted that the organization had made "significant changes" to its structure and operations, and that as of now, "the changes are achieving results."

It is worth noting that the channel NTD Hebrew News is identified with a conservative editorial line, which frequently highlights the successes of the current administration and the management of law enforcement agencies under this leadership. The information in the article relies on official statistical data published by the organization.