How a small town became Australia’s new crime capital

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How a small town became Australia’s new crime capital #australia #crimenews #rockhampton #documentary News.com.au travelled to Rockhampton after hearing growing concerns about the town’s worsening crime problem. We spoke with locals, victims and community members about their experiences, the impact on daily life, and why many say the issue is getting worse. Home to more than 85,000 people, Rockhampton is now considered to be among the most dangerous cities in Australia. In 2022 to 2024, the rate of break-ins in Rockhampton was 149 per cent higher than the national average. It’s a similar story for violent crime, which is 122 per cent higher than the national average. In the last week of July, news.com.au visited Rockhampton to speak with residents about their dire crime crisis, which has left many afraid to leave their homes. At the same time, a committal hearing was underway for Matthew Cox, a father accused of brutally murdering his wife and their 11-week-old daughter in the

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