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Why are most crimes not reported?

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Anonymous

13y ago
Updated: 8/20/2019
  • embarrassment at being a victim
  • not aware a crime has occurred
  • don't trust law enforcement
  • afraid of law enforcement
  • too petty to worry about
  • don't care
  • too much of a hassle
  • don't believe justice will occur
  • afraid of retaliation
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