San Diego County has experienced a subtle yet concerning escalation in violent crime, with SANDAG data indicating a 2% rise during 2022 compared to the previous year. Key contributors to this increase include aggravated assaults, robberies, and incidents involving firearms. Law enforcement agencies across the region have emphasized the complexity of these trends, noting that the uptick is dispersed unevenly, with certain neighborhoods exhibiting sharper rises than others.

Key Highlights from the 2022 Crime Data:

  • Aggravated Assaults: Rose by 3.5%, marking the largest increase among violent offenses.
  • Robberies: Increased by 1.8%, with thefts from individuals being the most common occurrence.
  • Firearm-related Incidents: Saw a 2.2% rise, posing significant concern for public safety.
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