Camden, Uniform Crime Reports

City of Camden officials say crime has dropped to some of the lowest levels in decades. Here's why.
Officials in Camden, New Jersey, say crime has dropped to some of the lowest levels in over four decades. Here's what they attribute the success to.
Camden County crime rates hits 55-year low, officials say
CAMDEN COUNTY, NJ (WPVI) -- The crime rate in the City of Camden is now at a 55-year low and leaders are gathering Tuesday to outline the significant progress. City officials say from 2023 to 2024, homicides were down 43% in the city. Violent crime was also reduced by 17% and shootings dropped by 36%. Overall, crime was down 8%.
Crime continues to steadily drop in Camden, NJ, according to the data
Officials in Camden, New Jersey, are turning to the data to show lower crime rates and a better quality of life in the community.
Camden continues rise – as crime rates dip to record lows
In 2024, the city recorded its lowest number of homicides since 1985, which is helping to raise other parts of the city.
Crime rate continues to fall in the city of Camden, officials say
CAMDEN, N.J. (WPVI) -- The crime rate in the city of Camden has reached its lowest point in more than five decades. City leaders highlighted the accomplishments during a news conference on Tuesday. They said from 2023 to 2024, homicides were down 43 percent in the city, while violent crime fell by 17 percent.
Is Camden on the rise? Crime drops dramatically, officials say
Camden city officials say crime is a near 40-year low of just 17 homicides in the past year. Camden Mayor Victor Carstarphen and more leaders are speaking out in celebration of the accomplishment.
Camden crime statistics are down annually
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