Knife Homicides Dip to 35-Year Low | Belfast News

Knife homicides in England and Wales hit a 35-year low last year, dropping to 176 cases — a major win after years of rising violence. This trend is part of a broader decline in recorded crime, with big cities like London and Manchester seeing significant drops in knife offenses. But while police data shows improvement, independent crime surveys reveal a more complex picture: fraud, theft, and anti-social behavior are climbing, hinting that not all crime is falling — and the real challenges may still be ahead. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a42e6eebad86f9eb