In a recent study conducted by Security Gauge, a crime risk assessment platform, the most dangerous cities in America were identified based on violent crime data collected from 18,000 law enforcement agencies in cities and towns across the US with a minimum population of 25,000 residents. Contrary to expectations, New York City did not make it to the notorious list, despite its recent surge in crime.
Bessemer, Alabama, emerged as the most dangerous place in the country, reporting an alarming 33.18 violent crimes per 1,000 residents. This data marks a significant shift from the previous assessment, where Monroe, Louisiana, held the title of the most dangerous city. Monroe now occupies the second spot, showcasing one of the highest murder rates in the nation according to FBI reports.
Tied for the third spot are Memphis, Tennessee, and Saginaw, Michigan, both reporting a violent crime rate of 25.1 per 1,000 residents. Detroit, Michigan, closely follows with a rate of 23 per 1,000 residents. Birmingham, Alabama, secured the sixth position, trailed by two Arkansas cities – Pine Bluff and Little Rock, with violent crime rates of 20.5 and 20.2 per 1,000 residents, respectively.
Alexandria, Louisiana, and Cleveland, Ohio, round out the top 10, reflecting the concerning prevalence of violent crimes across various regions. The study indicates that while these cities face the highest crime rates by Security Gauge’s standards, rising crime is a nationwide concern.
Most dangerous cities in the 🇺🇸 United States
1. Bessemer, Alabama
2. Mobile, Alabama
3. Monroe, Louisiana
4. Saginaw, Michigan
5. Memphis, Tennessee
6. Detroit, Michigan
7. Birmingham, Alabama
8. Pine Bluff, Arkansas
9. Little Rock, Arkansas
10. Alexandria, Louisiana
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Notably, New York City, though absent from the top 10 list, is not in the clear. Despite avoiding the notorious ranking, the city experienced record levels of felony crimes last year, reaching a peak not seen in over 15 years. This underscores the broader trend of escalating crime rates across the United States, as revealed in a separate report indicating an overall increase in violent crime compared to the previous year. The statistics are sobering, with one out of every 179 Americans at risk of being murdered if the current murder rate persists. The study serves as a stark reminder of the complex challenges facing law enforcement and communities nationwide in addressing and mitigating the surge in criminal activities.