New Zealand reports a 3% drop in crimes and a 60% decrease in ram raids since August 2023.

New Zealand's Police Minister Mark Mitchell reported a 3% drop in overall victimizations and a 60% decrease in ram raids since his government took office in August 2023. Gang membership growth slowed from 10% in 2022 to 1% in 2023. While serious assaults dropped by 3% and aggravated robberies by 11%, retail crime and theft increased. Mitchell remains optimistic, emphasizing ongoing efforts to improve safety.

November 18, 2024
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