Number of Female Victims of Violent Crimes in 2023
Berlin, October 25, 2024 (hib) – In 2023, the number of female victims of violent crimes rose significantly compared to the previous year. According to the Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA), there were a total of 152,345 female victims of violent crimes, an increase of 10.3% compared to 2022.
Of particular concern is the sharp increase in the number of female victims of homicide. In 2023, 172 women were killed in Germany, a 15.4% increase compared to the previous year. This is the highest number of female homicide victims since 2012.
The majority of female homicide victims (61.6%) were killed by their partners or former partners. The proportion of women killed by strangers also increased significantly, from 15.9% in 2022 to 22.1% in 2023.
The BKA also reported an increase in the number of female victims of other violent crimes, such as assault, robbery, and sexual violence. The number of female victims of sexual assault increased by 12.9% to 11,546.
The increase in the number of female victims of violent crimes is a worrying trend. It is important to take action to address the root causes of this violence and to provide support and protection for female victims.
The government has announced plans to increase funding for domestic violence shelters and other support services for female victims of violence. The government is also working to improve the training of police officers and other law enforcement personnel to better respond to cases of violence against women.
Zahl weiblicher Opfer von Straftaten gegen das Leben in 2023
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