DURHAM, N.C. (WNCN) — Durham police are reporting an overall decline in crime across the city so far this year.

The new second quarter crime report shows violent crime down nearly 20%, while property crimes are down about 4%. But there’s one area that’s now seeing an increase.

Juvenile crime is up more than 20% according to the crime report. From January through June of 2024, there were 289 offenses compared to 350 this year.

Wendell Tabb, a school board member and retired educator with Durham Public Schools, created a play at Hillside High School to raise awareness about social justice issues and gun violence.

"Crime has always existed, but to be able to see it at this level is very alarming," Tabb said.

"Whether we're starting with the legislators or doing it locally, we have to bri

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