In a major development, Kansas recorded its lowest crime rate in over two decades in 2024, according to newly published data from the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI).
Both violent and property crimes saw substantial decreases, marking a notable shift in the state’s public safety landscape.
Authorities are crediting this improvement to the collaborative efforts between law enforcement and the public.
Statewide Violent and Property Crimes Continue to Decline
According to the KBI’s annual crime index report, violent crime levels dropped to their lowest point in five years, while property crimes followed a continued downward trajectory…