CHARLOTTE, N.C. – WCCB Charlotte has new data that gives a more in-depth look at crime in the Queen City as some organizations in Charlotte are asking for National Guard support to crack down on crime.

Data shows violent crime like homicides and robberies are down 20% compared to this time last year. Iryna Zarutska’s murder on the Light Rail has public safety in Charlotte under a microscope.

The Fraternal Order of Police in Charlotte sent a letter to local, state and federal leaders asking to bring in the National Guard to help crack down on crime and address staff shortages. The FOP President writes in part “despite statistical progress violent crime continues to be a daily reality in Charlotte.”

WCCB requested data on violent crimes from the last three years. We found out of 13 CMPD

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