Fatal police violence may have declined for the first time in years

By: Amanda Watford

Outlets: Stateline

Published: April 1, 2026

Words: 1,607

Last Updated: 2 months ago

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For the first time in years, there are early signs that police killings in the United States may be declining — after deaths reached a record high in 2024 and amid intensified scrutiny of law enforcement tactics nationwide.

The findings come as photos and videos of aggressive law enforcement — particularly involving federal immigration agents — have dominated headlines and social media. The new numbers don’t include deaths during immigration enforcement, and federal agents …

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