In 2020, Philadelphia had 499 homicides – nearly 150 more than the previous year. Gun violence worsened in 2021 – with 562 homicides that year – and then dropped slightly in 2022.

In 2020, Philadelphia had 499 homicides – nearly 150 more than the previous year. Gun violence worsened in 2021 – with 562 homicides that year – and then dropped slightly in 2022.

In 2020, Philadelphia had 499 homicides – nearly 150 more than the previous year. Gun violence worsened in 2021 – with 562 homicides that year – and then dropped slightly in 2022.

CAP analyzed “gun homicides and gun violence victimizations” data from 2019, 2021, 2023, and 2024 from Jan. 1 to April 30 (which CAP referred to as “year to date,” or “YTD”).

Understanding the context of gun violence in Philadelphia As of Oct. 1, 2024, Philadelphia has recorded 841 shootings, with alarming statistics showing that half of the victims are under 30 years ...

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney announced Thursday a comprehensive plan to reduce violence and crime in the city following 2018, which saw the city's highest murder rate in ...

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- On Tuesday, Philadelphia Police outlined new steps they're taking to try and get a hold on the rising gun violence in the city.

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw released a new crime prevention and violence reduction plan on Friday, and one key component of that plan was announced by ...

This article originally appeared on The Philadelphia Tribune. — City Controller Rebecca Rhynhart believes the city can do more to reduce gun violence — and for less money than what it currently spends ...

The increase in patrols is part of a new crime reduction plan. The city's $5.8 billion budget for fiscal year 2023 includes $184 million for gun violence initiatives, and a nearly $30 million ...

The gun violence epidemic continues to have Philadelphia in its grip this year, but city officials said Wednesday that it has shown some signs of easing: Over the past month, the number of shooting ...