The Kingdom’s Public Security Department (PSD) has released exhaustive figures detailing the state of criminal activity within the nation, employing statistical data to provide a comparative analysis between the first halves of 2022 and 2023. This in-depth study reveals a decrease in overall criminal incidents, coupled with notable increases in detection rates and a concurrent reduction in detection times. These promising trends have been attributed to the rigorous and cooperative efforts of police units across various fields, including technical and logistical specializations. Brigadier Haider Shboul, Director of the Criminal Investigation Division, in an exclusive interview with PSD Radio, lauded the investigative agility demonstrated during the first half of this year, highlighting instances where culprits were identified in under an hour. Shboul insisted on the importance of thorough investigation until culprits are arrested and legally processed, with unambiguous evidence. He emphasized the enhancements made in inter-departmental coordination, leading to the successful resolution of complex criminal investigations. Regarding gun-related crimes, Shboul spoke of ongoing crackdowns, proudly noting the capture of all individuals involved in gunshot fatalities within the past six years. On the issue of cybercrimes, particularly fraud and extortion, Shboul warned against careless online interactions and urged potential victims to contact the Anti-Cybercrime Unit. He reassured that trained female staff were available to handle sensitive cases involving women and children with complete confidentiality. Colonel Hatem Tarawneh, Director of the Criminal Information Division, added that crime detection rates have risen to 94.80%, up from 92.15% last year, and that 100% of murders have been solved this year so far. Tarawneh cited that crime numbers fell during the first half of this year compared to the same period last year, despite the increase in population and visitors. His department recorded 12,690 crimes last year, compared to 12,642 this year, detailing a decline in various crime categories, including a 2.5% decrease in criminal offenses, a 3.5% drop in thefts, and a 1.7% decline in homicides. Tarawneh further contextualized these statistics by providing an example: the car theft rate now stands at just 2 per 100,000 individuals, emphasizing the considerable strides made in maintaining the security and well-being of the Kingdom’s residents.
Source: Jordan News Agency