Did You Know? #39

Which U.S. city had the most homicides in 2012?

According to new crime statistics released by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Chicago had more homicides in 2012, 500, than any other city in the country. Guns were used in the vast majority of slayings in the United States last year. According to the FBI data, 69.3% involved a firearm. 

Cities with the most homicides in 2012:

1. Chicago - 500
2. New York - 419
3. Detroit - 386
4. Philadelphia - 331
5. Los Angeles - 299
6. Baltimore - 219
7. Houston - 217
8. New Orleans - 193
9. Dallas - 154
10. Memphis - 133
11. Oakland - 126
12. Phoenix - 124
13. St. Louis - 113
14. Kansas City - 105
15. Indianapolis - 101