Summer heat brings rise in crime, local law enforcement increase patrols

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- Rising temperatures during summer months have been linked to an increase in crime rates across the nation, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

Additional data from Governing states that, on average, monthly crime for seven major offense types increased nearly 10 percent between June and August from the rest of the year.

The St. Joseph Police Department and the Buchanan County Sheriff’s Office said they tend to increase patrols during the summer months.

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