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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Mike Bedigan

Americans think crime is increasing across the nation – just not in their city, poll finds

Americans are more concerned about increasing levels of crime across the entire U.S. than in their hometowns and cities, a new poll has found.

Compared to last year, almost half (48 percent) said that crime, which was the third biggest concern behind inflation and political polarization, had increased nationwide, according to a survey by NPR and Ipsos.

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