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Newark Marks Its First Murder-Free Month in 44 Years

Published on April 2, 2010
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(USAToday.com) — The last homicide occurred 32 days ago, besting a 1966 record, says Police Director Garry McCarthy, who is now eyeing a 50-year record of 43 murder-free days.

While many factors are involved, the statistics reflect an aggressive effort by Mayor Cory Booker to lower the crime rate… Read More…

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