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Peru's interim president Jose Jeri declared a 30-day state of emergency in Lima and Callao amid ongoing protests over corruption and crime, marking his first major action since taking office to address the country's escalating security crisis.
The owner of the Washington Wizards and Washington Capitals, two major league sports teams in Washington, D.C., announced plans to move across the Potomac to a new complex in Alexandria, Virginia, citing the intensifying crime crisis in the city as a factor in the decision. The move is set to take place in 2028. Virginia Republican Governor Glenn Youngkin celebrated the move, highlighting the new sports and entertainment district that will be developed, including a concert venue, convention center, hotels, restaurants, and housing. The owner, Ted Leonsis, expressed his intention to expand and keep Capital One Arena in D.C. as a great place. The Washington Mystics of the WNBA may also find a new home at Capital One Arena.
Rapper 50 Cent, also known as Curtis Jackson, expressed concern over Los Angeles's crime crisis following the reinstatement of the zero bail policy, which drops bail to as low as $0 for suspects accused of misdemeanors and non-violent felonies. Critics argue that the policy is contributing to a spike in violent crime, with a recent study showing that suspects released without bail reoffended 70% more often and were rearrested on 163% more charges. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department stated that they would comply with the court-ordered bail schedule, while progressives argue that cash bail is unfair to low-income suspects.
Portland residents are warning of a rise in home break-ins as businesses flee the city due to a crime crisis exacerbated by a public defender shortage and a flawed justice system. More than 300 criminal cases, including some related to felony theft, possession of a stolen vehicle, and gun charges, have been dismissed. Residents say the problem is less centered around homelessness and more focused on perpetuating drug addiction. Businesses like Walmart are pulling out of the area, and some residents fear that criminals will turn to home break-ins as a result.