Homicides in Little Rock down by 47% over past five years

LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — In an end-of-year public safety update, Little Rock Mayor Frank Scott Jr. says the city has seen a decrease in overall crime.

I’m overjoyed to report that yet again, we are seeing very good and positive numbers as relates to the crime reduction of violence here in Arkansas.

Over the past five years, overall crime in Little Rock has decreased by 27%, with violent crime down by 21%. Just in 2025, there has been a 21% drop in overall crime and a 12% reduction in violent crime…

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