Sandy Hook, CT Crime

Sandy Hook, a small town in Connecticut, is known for its picturesque landscapes and tight-knit community. However, this peaceful town was struck with a devastating tragedy on December 14, 2012, when a gunman opened fire at the local elementary school. This act of violence took the lives of 26 innocent people, including 20 young children. The crime rate in Sandy Hook is relatively low, with a violent crime rate of 6.9 and a property crime rate of 13.9, both significantly lower than the national averages of 22.7 and 35.4, respectively. The incident at Sandy Hook Elementary School serves as a stark reminder that even the safest of communities can fall victim to senseless acts of violence. The impact of this crime continues to be felt by the residents of Sandy Hook and the nation as a whole.

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NOTE: The city of Sandy Hook, Connecticut does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Middlebury, Connecticut. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Middlebury, Connecticut. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.