WATCH | Crime statistics | Latest stats show decline in serious crimes

JOHANNESBURG – The latest crime statistics indicate a decrease in serious crimes between July and September this year according to the latest crime stats released by the police ministry on Monday.

Despite these positive results, Police Minister Senzo Mchunu says more still needs to be done as attempted murder, assault and commercial crimes continue to surge.

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He said, “From the 1st of July to the 30th of September, 2024, the 17 community-reported serious crimes showed an overall decline of 5.1%.” 

“Specifically, contact crime decreased by 3.0%, property-related crime saw a reduction of 9.9%, and other serious crime decreased by 3.4%.” “Focusing on contact crime, the statistics indicate that murder decreased by 5,8%, sexual offenses by 2.5%, and robbery with aggravating circumstances by 8,8%.”