Connecticut – Recent reports suggesting a decrease in crime statistics in Connecticut have been met with skepticism by former law enforcement officer Greg Dillon. Dillon questions the validity of these statistics, pointing out various flaws in reporting methods that could skew the data. He highlights the lack of reporting from major police departments like those in New York City and Los Angeles, as well as entire states such as California and Florida. This incompleteness in data collection leads to inaccurate representations of crime rates.
Dillon also challenges the notion that reduced traffic stops and law enforcement interventions are indicative of a decrease in violations. With fewer traffic stops being conducted in recent years, the number of infractions reported naturally decreases, despite potential ongoing violations. Dillon emphasizes the importance of personal experience and anecdotal evidence in assessing the true state of crime, rather than relying solely on statistics.
Recent incidents, such as a mass motorcycle street takeover on I-95 in 2024, further highlight the discrepancies between reported statistics and real-world criminal activity. Dillon’s search for information on murders in Hartford and a disturbing kidnapping case in Branford underlines his belief that crime rates are not accurately reflected in official reports.
Ultimately, Dillon asserts that actions speak louder than numbers, and the rise in violent crimes, as reported by the FBI in October, contradict claims of decreasing crime rates. As a seasoned law enforcement officer, Dillon’s experience and insights cast doubt on the reliability of crime statistics in Connecticut and nationally.
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