Indicator Profiles
Analysis
In 2002-2006, the number of violent crimes against individuals was significantly lower than the number of property crimes; however, the statistics demonstrate a trend of noticeable increase in violent crime during the last 4 years.
2003 was the worst year in terms of violent crimes against individuals. Since 2003, there was a slight decrease across all the categories.
Assault is the most frequent crime against individuals: 69 cases in 2006. Second place is shared by robbery (25) and rape (26). In the last 4 years, there was 1 murder committed in Hancock County.
