Author Terry Goldsworthy Associate Professor in Criminology, Bond University Academic rigour, journalistic flair The various restrictions put in place to combat the spread of coronavirus in recent months have disrupted life for everyone – including criminals. More than six months into the pandemic, it is clear the pandemic has had a major effect on crime rates. Certain crimes, such as robberies and sexual offences, have declined dramatically, while others, such as online fraud, have been on the rise. Of course, it is difficult to firmly establish a direct causal relationship between coronavirus restrictions and crime rates, but the statistics reveal some common themes. Read more: Coronavirus: crime cartels helping communities will extract a high price in years to come Get your news from people who know what they’re talking about. Shutterstock Some crimes have seen drastic decreases during coronavirus — but not homicides in the US July 31, 2020 12.29pm AEST Some crimes have seen drastic decreases during coronavirus — but not... https://theconversation.com/some-crimes-have-seen-drastic-decreases-... 1 of 5 25/08/2020, 10:19 am