Tag: Crime During the Summer


Why Crime Rates Rise During the Summer

Tuesday, May, 10th, 2016 at 12:30 pm by Clint Currell

As the temperature rise, so does the crime rate. Each summer, home burglaries increase by about 10.5 percent. Before you pack up for a summer road trip or open up all the doors and windows to enjoy some fresh air, you may want to think twice. There’s a definite correlation between summer and crime, but why? There are a few theories as to why crime rates rise during the summer. Why Does Crime Increase During [Read More...]