Brest region has the lowest crime rate among regions

October 29, Brest. In the Brest region in January-September, the lowest crime rate among other regions of the republic was recorded. This information was announced at the final meeting of the collegium of the regional prosecutor's office, BelTA learned from the supervisory agency.

For 9 months, 60 crimes were committed in the region per 10,000 people (the average for the republic is 69). In particular, the number of thefts through the use of computer equipment (-17%), robberies (-29%), extortion (-10%), robberies (-5%), thefts (-1%) decreased. Fewer crimes were committed while intoxicated (-3%), minors (-9%), previously convicted persons (-6%).

At the same time, the total number of registered crimes increased by 9% (from 7,397 to 8,089). As a result of these crimes, more people died (108 against 89 in the same period in 2020). Of concern is an increase of 30% in the number of murders and facts of intentional infliction of grievous bodily harm (by 6%).

The situation to combat drug trafficking requires great efforts by law enforcement officers: the number of overdoses has increased to 24, of which 11 were fatal.

Issues of compliance with the law in the agro-industrial complex remain relevant. At the request of the prosecutor's office, more than 400 people were brought to liability for the death of cattle for a total of Br57 thousand.

At the board, attention was paid to the issues of coordination of activities for the prevention of crimes, their detection and disclosure. "The work of all prevention subjects should be based on a deep analysis of problematic issues. Today, it is not enough to identify negative trends, it is necessary to quickly respond to any illegal fact. A principled approach to monitoring the situation is important here," said Viktor Klimov, prosecutor of the Brest region.

As a result of the meeting, measures were developed that are designed to increase the effectiveness of supervision in various areas of prosecutorial activity, taking into account specific challenges in the field of protecting state interests, ensuring the realization of the rights and freedoms of citizens.