Violent crimes down in Pittsburgh, according to new statistics

PITTSBURGH — The latest crime statistics for the city of Pittsburgh, according to police, appear to highlight a downward trend in violent crime.

New data shows the total number of incidents for August were down 9-percent from July and down 19-percent compared to the five-year average.

Violent crimes were also down 2.5-percent, while property crimes were up 9-percent.

When you look at the big picture, crime is down almost 30-percent compared to the last 5-years.

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