Data Sources:

• Columbus Division of Police, 2000-2008 Annual Reports (Columbus crime data)
• Federal Bureau of Investigation, Uniform Crime Index, 2000-2008

Definitions:

• Violent crime: Homicide, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault

Explanations and Caveats:

• The FBI’s Index of Crime is a compilation of reports from state and local law enforcement agencies.

Update Status:
September 2011