Violent crime fell sharply across the largest U.S. cities in early 2026, extending a nationwide decline that began after the pandemic-era crime spike.
The declines show up across every major region, suggesting a systemic, nationwide trend.
Homicides dropped 17.7%.
Robberies fell 20.4%.
Rapes declined 7.2%.
Aggravated assaults decreased 4.8%.
No worries then because the Major Cities Chiefs Association collected and reported these and is not a part of the government.
Ah, no worries then. We all know that police departments in the USA are absolutely above reproach and are impossible to influence politically.