Quarterly South African Crime Stats Reveal Spike in Murder Totals

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Quarterly South African Crime Stats Reveal Spike in Murder Totals
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violent crimes have seen a 4% increase during the period between January and March 2023

compared to the same period in 2022. This includes a total of 6,289 reported murders, indicating a rise of 3.4%. Attempted murders surged by 8.4% with 6,192 cases reported during the fourth quarter of 2022/2023. The leading factors contributing to murder, attempted murder and assault with grievous bodily harm appear to be arguments, misunderstandings, road rage, and provocation. Meanwhile, the government confirmed thatCrime Statistics - Violent Crime Increases by 4% In First Three Months of YearPolice Minister Bheki Cele presented the quarterly crime statistics for the fourth quarter of 2022/2023 on Tuesday, 30 May.

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