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Wyoming’s Top Most Dangerous Cities Revealed in 2024 Report
Crime in Wyoming’s Most Dangerous Cities
According to Southwest Journal, In Wyoming, where nature’s grandeur meets vast plains, some cities are facing big problems. A recent report talks about the ten most dangerous cities in Wyoming in 2024. Even though Wyoming has fewer people compared to other states, some places here have lots of crime. Riverton tops the list, where crime worries people. Rock Springs is close behind, dealing with its own safety issues. Casper, though big, has its share of problems too. Even the capital, Cheyenne, isn’t safe from crime. Gillette, Sheridan, and Laramie also have crime rates higher than the state average. While Wyoming is known for its peaceful landscapes, these cities deal with the darker side of city life. But there are efforts to make things better and keep everyone safe in the Equality State.
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Wyoming’s Most Dangerous Cities
Riverton
Riverton remains Wyoming’s most dangerous city holding onto its title for another year. Both violent and property crimes have surged with Riverton witnessing the second-highest rates of sexual assault and murder statewide in 2020. Visitors to attractions like the Castle Gardens Petroglyph Site are urged to return before nightfall due to safety concerns. Notably the city was the site of a notorious capital murder trial involving Andrew John Yellowbear Jr., convicted in 2006 for the brutal killing of his 22-month-old daughter Marcela Hope Yellowbear.
Evansville
Evansville is a city that is part of the Casper Metro Area and takes the lead as Wyoming’s most dangerous place to live driven by crime. While violent crime saw a notable decrease property crime rose significantly. Residents despite enjoying Edness K. Wilkins State Park remain wary due to the city’s high burglary rate.
Evanston
Evanston residents find themselves grappling with crime statistics that overshadow the tranquility of Bear River State Park. Evanston reports the highest rate of sexual assault cases in Wyoming a grim reality for its inhabitants. Additionally property crime ranks among the state’s top ten, adding to residents’ concerns.
Casper
Casper is a city famed for its cowboy culture and oil-rich land but emerges as the state’s second-largest city and the fifth most dangerous. With elevated rates of murder and sexual assault Casper faces significant safety challenges. Property crime remains prevalent with approximately five incidents occurring daily.
Powell
In Powell where it is nestled in northwestern Wyoming are residents face increased violent crime but a slight dip in property crime. Despite the decrease the city still reports a concerning rate of violent incidents ranking ninth in the state.
Torrington
Torrington is a city situated in southeast Wyoming that grapples with the second-highest rate of violent crime despite its modest population. Despite the challenges the town offers amenities and is home to Eastern Wyoming College.
Wheatland
Wheatland is a small town located north of Cheyenne saw a notable drop in its ranking but still reported the highest burglary rate in Wyoming in 2020. This underscores the importance of vigilance among its 3,445 residents.
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