Families in the Philippines report rise in common crimes and cybercrimes, survey shows
inquirer.net — November 9, 2024, 02:01 PM UTC
A recent survey by Social Weather Stations (SWS) shows an increase in families affected by common crimes and cybercrimes in the Philippines. In September 2024, 6.1% of families reported being victims of common crimes, up from 3.8% in June. Cybercrime rates also reached a new high, with 7.2% of families affected, marking a 3.5% increase since June. The survey indicates that reported victimization is higher than police crime reports. Additionally, 48% of respondents expressed fear of walking at night, while 56% feared burglary. Concerns about visible drug addicts decreased from 46% to 41% since June.