Louisiana residents list crime as one of state's most pressing issues

Official numbers say crime is decreasing statewide despite perception
(The Center Square) — In Louisiana, violent and property crime numbers across the state have dropped from recent years.Despite this, a survey earlier this year from the Manship School at LSU found that 72% of Louisiana residents say the amount of crime has increased in the past few years, with 41% saying crime is increasing in their local communities.Although most Louisiana resi...

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