Statistics from the Federal Office of Criminal Police (BKA) indicate a troubling rise in violent crime in Germany, specifically a 1.5% increase in violent acts from the previous year, totaling over 217,000 incidents— the highest since 2007. While overall crime fell by 1.7% to 5.83 million cases, notable was a 9% surge in reported sexual violence, prompting concerns from Federal Interior Minister Nancy Faeser and discussions on the importance of effective prosecution and support for victims. The recognition of crime trends highlights ongoing challenges, particularly regarding the under-reporting of sexual offenses.
Police statistics revealed a significant rise in cases of sexual violence, with alleged rapes and sexual assaults increasing by nine percent to a total of 13,300 last year.
Federal Interior Minister Nancy Faeser expressed her concern regarding the rising violence against women and emphasized the need for more effective prosecution strategies.
The overall crime rate in Germany is decreasing, showing a 1.7 percent drop; however, violent crime has seen an increase, particularly in sexual violence cases.
The recent statistics indicate that willingness to report sexual crimes may have increased, shedding light on the under-reported nature of such offenses.
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