# Crime Trends in Merseyside Revealed | Liverpool News

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Podcast: [Liverpool News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/liverpool-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7572917)
Published: 2026-07-04T15:18:14+00:00
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Merseyside Police report a 2.1% surge in crime, fueled by a 20% spike in serious violence—partly due to new counting methods and a single shocking incident: a car ramming into Liverpool FC fans during their title parade, injuring 100 and sending 50 to hospital, with the driver jailed for over 21 years. Meanwhile, hate crimes rose 12.5%, rape reports jumped 8.5%, and other sexual offenses climbed 3.5%—seen by police as a hopeful sign victims are finally speaking up. Drug offenses also increased 9.5% thanks to tougher policing, while homicides dropped 36%, firearm incidents fell 24%, and burglaries declined 10%. Officials stress that while reporting increases in sensitive crimes are worrying, they’re also a victory for victim empowerment—and ongoing efforts aim to support survivors and tackle root causes. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d2bca90c8862b94d

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