A new report from the French Interior Ministry reveals a slight rise in delinquency in 2024, with low resolution rates for burglaries and sexual violence cases. Only 7% of burglaries and 55% of sexual violence cases are solved. The figures highlight an overrepresentation of foreigners among suspects.
The statistical service of the French Interior Ministry (SSMSI) published a twenty-page report at the end of last week on insecurity and delinquency in France for 2024. The document details various crimes, including murders, attempted murders, physical violence, and sexual violence. Overall, the figures show a slight increase compared to recent years, but more significant rises over the long term.
Key data include 976 homicides recorded in 2024. The report highlights low resolution rates for minor offenses, such as thefts with or without violence and residential burglaries. Only 7% of burglaries are solved, while 55% of sexual violence cases are resolved. These statistics confirm a trend of overrepresentation of foreigners among suspects in these offenses.
This report is likely to create a political shockwave due to these alarming indicators on investigation effectiveness and suspect demographics. It relies on precise data to illustrate the evolution of crime in France, without delving into in-depth analyses of causes.