Nebraska’s Risky Spots: 10 Most Dangerous Cities for Crime in 2023

According to Southwest Journal, Nebraska is facing a problem because some places in the state have more violent crimes happening. It’s not just small troubles; there are serious issues like killings happening in broad daylight, and even getting deliveries at your doorstep isn’t safe in some areas. RoadSnacks made a list of the most dangerous places in Nebraska for 2023 by looking at crime reports. The data shows more violent crimes in the last four years, going above the national average, and it’s like a situation from the year 2000, which wasn’t a good year for safety. Cities like Omaha keep showing up on lists of the most dangerous cities in the country. It seems like places with fewer jobs and lower income in Nebraska also have more crime. If you live in the safest city in Nebraska, consider yourself lucky. But if you’re thinking of moving, check the list to avoid ending up in a risky situation.

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• North Platte, Nebraska
• North Platte is Nebraska’s riskiest city, known for its Wild West history. It’s ranked third for violent crimes and first for property crimes. Visit the Golden Spike Tower for a great view.
• Omaha, Nebraska
• Omaha has a pioneer history but is the second most dangerous city in Nebraska. There’s a high chance of violent and property crimes. In 1958, the city faced a shocking event called the “Omaha Spree Murders.”
• Scottsbluff, Nebraska
•  Scottsbluff is the biggest city in Nebraska’s panhandle. It’s now third on the danger list and ranks sixth in violent crime. Check out the oldest concrete road, Scotts Bluff Summit Road.
• Grand Island, Nebraska
•  Grand Island is home to the Law Enforcement Training Center but is still on the dangerous cities list. Be vigilant, with a 1 in 238 chance of violent crime. It’s somewhat ironic for a law enforcement training town.
• South Sioux City, Nebraska
•  South Sioux City, across the river from Iowa, ranks fifth for danger. Despite having a Vietnam Veterans Memorial replica, crime chances increased. It moved up four positions from the previous year.
• Crete, Nebraska
• Crete is the sixth most dangerous city in Nebraska. It has the highest violent crime rate. Enjoy the Great Pumpkin Festival but stay alert. It’s 20 miles southwest of Lincoln.
• Kearney, Nebraska
•  Kearney, a railroad town with the Trails & Rails Museum, is seventh in danger. It has high rates of property and violent crimes. Watch out, especially if you’re stopping as a traveler.
• Nebraska City, Nebraska
•  Nebraska City, eighth in danger, hosts the Applejack Festival. It ranks high in burglary and property crimes. A shocking unsolved murder happened here in 1985.
• Sidney, Nebraska
•  Sidney, with its Boot Hill Cemetery, is eighth in property crime and tenth in violent crime. Despite its Wild West history, be cautious about potential crime risks while exploring.
• Beatrice, Nebraska
•  Beatrice, founded in the mid-19th century, is the tenth most dangerous city. It has a high rate of violent crimes, including the infamous “Beatrice Six” case in 1985.

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