Why Crime is Down in DC

After a couple of years of alarm, crime in D.C. is down. But we don’t really know why! We’re talking to Lindsey Appiah, D.C.’s deputy mayor for public safety, about her theory of the case — and what she thinks we need to do now. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 5th episode: Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week: (8/12 - 8/18) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices