homicide

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Long considered one of the safest countries in Latin America, Costa Rica, which has no military, ended 2025 with a rate of 17 homicides per 100,000 inhabitants -- nearly triple the global average.

From Barron's

It was the first time a jury in Fresno County returned a guilty verdict in a fentanyl-related homicide trial.

From Los Angeles Times

Sheriff’s homicide detectives have assumed control of the death investigation.

From Los Angeles Times

Factoring in the 78 homicides from past years that were solved in 2025, the clearance rate rose to 101%, officials said.

From Los Angeles Times

Mahan claimed policies under his watch have reduced crime and the number of unsheltered residents, helped police solve every city homicide for nearly the last four years, and should be emulated statewide.

From Los Angeles Times