BALTIMORE, MD—Baltimore recorded its fewest number of homicides in April in the city’s history, with only five murders occurring during the month, Mayor Brandon M. Scott announced on Thursday. This brings the year-to-date total for homicides to the lowest on record, marking a significant milestone in the city’s ongoing efforts to reduce violent crime.
This positive trend extends beyond April’s figures. Compared to the same period last year, homicides are down 31.6% and nonfatal shootings are down 27.1%. This continues a four-year trend of declining violence under the Scott administration, with homicides down 40% and nonfatal shootings down 43% since 2020.
Mayor Scott attributes this progress to the city’s comprehensive violence prevention plan and the collaborative efforts of various stakeholders. He specifically acknowledged the contributions of the Baltimore Police Department, community violence intervention groups, the Attorney General, the State’s Attorney, and the Baltimore community.
Despite the significant achievements, Mayor Scott emphasized the administration’s commitment to further reducing violence. “Five homicides in April is still five too many,” he stated, highlighting the importance of continued vigilance and proactive measures to prevent violence and save lives.
The positive news extends beyond homicides. Robberies, burglaries, arson, carjackings, and auto thefts have all decreased over the last year in Baltimore.
This article was written with the assistance of AI and reviewed by a human editor.
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