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HERMISTON â Total crime rates in Hermiston declined in 2020 while violent crime rates were higher than the cityâs 10-year average, according to an annual report from the Hermiston Police Department released last week.
The rate of all crimes dropped 24% from average rates, with 493 total crimes committed in 2020 compared to the 10-year average of 647. Violent crime, however, increased by 12% in 2020, with 38 crimes committed to the 10-year average 34, according to the report.
Total reported homicides, rape and arson crimes each increased in 2020, while aggravated assault, larceny, burglary and auto theft declined. Robbery rates did not change in 2020, according to the report.
Hermiston Police Chief Jason Edmiston said the coronavirus pandemic was a driving factor for last yearâs crime statistics.
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