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flag Washington's overall crime rate fell sharply in 2024, but drug and firearms offenses rose, amid a police shortage.

flag Washington's crime rate dropped by 18.8% in 2024, with murder rates falling nearly 19% and property crimes decreasing by 13.4%. flag Violent crime rates also fell by 7.6%. flag However, drug-related offenses and firearms violations rose by 31%. flag Despite these improvements, Washington faces a police officer shortage, ranking last nationally with only 1.38 officers per 1,000 residents.

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