Study Offers Insights Into San Diego Violent Crime
In San Diego, California, a study examining victims and suspects of violent crimes has revealed that about half of last year’s San Diego homicides with known motives were connected to gang violence. One hundred and five homicides occurred in San Diego County last year. Of those, 88 had a known motive and 41 were attributed to gang activity.
The study was released last week by the San Diego Association of Governments. The study also found that San Diego homicide victims tended to be older than in past years. In fact, 42% were between 25 and 39. The reason behind this trend is unknown.
In addition, the SANDAG study found that a quarter of female rape victims were under 18 and 85% of homicide victims were male. Children and younger teens were suspected in a third of the San Diego County robberies last year.
Gangs blamed in half of San Diego homicides, San Diego Union-Tribune, October 9, 2008
San Diego criminal defense attorney Victor A. Orsatti represents those who have been charged with crimes such as robbery, rape, or violent crimes.
