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2013 East End crime stats

Church Hill saw a 24 percent drop in crime from 2012.

Police release 2013 year-end statistics

A new police report tallies violent and major crimes city wide in 2013. RVA saw a drop in murder but a big rise in purse snatching.

Virginia’s suicide rate highest in 13 years

Virginia’s suicide rate is the highest it’s been in 13 years, according to the state’s chief medical examiner. Experts say the causes may include the poor economy and lack of mental health services.