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Orlando police release 2023 crime statistics

Orlando police release 2023 crime statistics

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Orlando Police Department has released new stats about its efforts to fight crime in 2023.

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Orlando police said that last year there were 36% fewer shootings.

Police said homicides were also down around 8% in Orlando.

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Data also shows violent crime has decreased around 6% in the city.

Officers said they also seized more than 1,400 guns, which is a 24% increase.

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