Police crime statistics: Homicides 2019-2023 Additional Police Crime Statistics survey provides deeper insights into homicide offences

Additional Police Crime Statistics survey provides deeper insights into homicide offences

11.11.2025 - According to the police crime statistics (PCS), 49 persons on average were killed every year between 2009 and 2016, i.e. 38% fewer than during the years 2000 to 2004, which have already been the subject of such a study. There were 172 victims of homicide attempts per year, representing an increase of 24% compared with the years 2000 to 2004. At least six in ten victims knew their assailant. Firearms are used less often.

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Observation period
2019-2023
Spatial division
Switzerland
Published by
Federal Statistical Office
FSO number
2025-0472-e
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Article type:
Press release
Published on:
11.11.2025
Topic:
Crime and criminal justice

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