Bossier City, LA Crime


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Located in the state of Louisiana, Bossier City has a higher rate of crime compared to the national average. According to background information, the city's violent crime rate stands at 37.4, which is considerably higher than the US average of 22.7. This includes crimes such as homicide, robbery, and aggravated assault. Additionally, Bossier City's property crime rate is at 64.8, almost double the national average of 35.4. This encompasses crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. These statistics highlight the prevalence of crime in Bossier City, making it a cause for concern for residents and visitors alike. It is important for law enforcement and community members to work together to address these issues and make Bossier City a safer place for all.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Bossier City violent crime is 37.4. (The US average is 22.7)
Bossier City property crime is 64.8. (The US average is 35.4)

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 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Bossier City, LA Crime History
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   Crime in Nearby Cities
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Shreveport, LA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock72019
Haughton, LA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock102018
Blanchard, LA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock132019
Greenwood, LA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock172019
Stonewall, LA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock192012
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Reviews for Bossier City
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Over 8 years ago

Bossier City is pretty much where people from Shreveport go when they get fed up with the crime, dysfunction, and high taxes over there. That said, it is no paradise.   More

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This is sort of the "good side" of the Red River. A little safer than Shreveport, but not by much! Has some modern stores and livable apartments. Just be wary of who  More

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Over 11 years ago

Lived here for 7 years, ready to leave, mind you. There are a number of colleges including a state university branch. It gets terribly hot and humid in the summer with  More

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