Lowgap, NC Crime

Lowgap, North Carolina, a small rural town nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, has been experiencing a concerning increase in crime in recent years. According to background information, Lowgap's violent crime rate is 26.6, which is higher than the national average of 22.7. This includes crimes such as murder, assault, and robbery. Additionally, the property crime rate in Lowgap is 66.5, almost double the national average of 35.4. These property crimes include burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. This rise in crime has left residents and local authorities on edge, as the once peaceful and tight-knit community grapples with the effects of these criminal activities. Despite efforts to combat crime, Lowgap continues to struggle with maintaining a safe and secure environment for its residents.

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NOTE: The city of Lowgap, North Carolina does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Galax, Virginia. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Galax, North Carolina. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.