密爾瓦基凶殺案減少 15%
Milwaukee marks 15 percent drop in homicides
Updated at: June 6, 2026 at 06:45 AM
密爾瓦基市報告稱謀殺案數量顯著下降了15%，這對該市來說是一個積極的轉變。
Milwaukee has reported a notable 15 percent decrease in homicides, marking a positive shift for the city.
要理解這一趨勢，重要的是不能僅看百分比。
To understand this trend, it is important to look beyond the percentages.
在新冠肺炎疫情期間，密爾瓦基市的暴力事件激增，並在2022年達到了215起謀殺案的歷史新高。
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Milwaukee saw a surge in violence, reaching a record 215 homicides in 2022.
盡管最新數據顯示出顯著的改善——從2023年的172起下降至2024年的132起，但這些數字仍高於疫情前的水平，例如2019年記錄的97起。
While recent data shows significant improvement—dropping from 172 in 2023 to 132 in 2024—these figures remain higher than pre-pandemic levels, such as the 97 recorded in 2019.
犯罪統計數據經常波動；例如，該市在2025年經歷了意外的增長，然後在2026年初再次出現下降趨勢。
Crime statistics often fluctuate; for instance, the city experienced an unexpected rise in 2025 before seeing a downward trend again in early 2026.
當地官員指出，許多事件源於人際衝突和家庭糾紛，並且往往涉及槍械。
Local officials note that many incidents stem from interpersonal conflicts and domestic disputes, often involving firearms.
成功取決於將針對性的警務與社區健康計畫相平衡。
Success relies on balancing targeted policing with community-based wellness programs.
通過將這些細微差別與全國趨勢進行分析，市民可以更清晰地了解該市為建設更安全的未來而做出的持續努力。
By analyzing these nuances alongside national trends, residents can gain a clearer understanding of the city's ongoing efforts to build a safer future.
