October 18, 2024
There has been a sharp increase in killings committed by juveniles in the U.S. over recent years, according to the “Trends in Juvenile Offending” report released last month by the Council on Criminal Justice.
From 2016 to 2022, homicides committed by juveniles increased by 65%, from 315 to 521. This spike occurred even as a general decrease in most forms of juvenile crime decreased.
“Notable exceptions include more frequent use of firearms among youth,” said the report.
Homicides committed by kids are up 65% (audacy.com)