Event Recording: Violent Crime Webinar

Violent crime is on the rise, although still below historical highs. On August 3rd, the Violent Crime Working Group hosted a discussion between experts concerning recent crime trends, featuring a diverse range of perspectives on possible solutions. Group members were joined by a researcher and analyst to discuss the latest numbers, as well as what’s behind them.

Speakers

Thomas Abt – Senior Fellow, Council on Criminal Justice

Jeff Asher – Co-Founder, AH Analytics

Eduardo Bocanegra – Senior Director, READI Chicago

Richard Rosenfeld – Distinguished Professor Emeritus, University of Missouri–St. Louis

Emada Tingirides – Deputy Chief, Los Angeles Police Department

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