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Crime Drops But Safety Feels Elusive | Dayton News
Violent crime in the U.S. dropped 9.3% in 2025—the biggest decline since 1936—yet local residents still feel unsafe amid rising street-level chaos. Retired NYPD Sgt. Joe Imperatrice warns that national stats don’t reflect ground reality, urging public and political support for law enforcement to tackle crime effectively. He criticizes politicians like Assemblywoman Emily Gallagher for downplaying retail theft, which he says fuels economic harm and enables repeat offenders. Imperatrice also opposes restrictions on police immigration cooperation, insisting agencies should prioritize serious…
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