New Orleans has been cherished as one of America’s most historic and beautiful cities, attracting tourists from around the world to experience its melting pot of cultures, food and sensational nightlife. However, in 2022, the Big Easy was ravaged by violent crimes putting a damper on the city’s party spirit.

“It’s been a horrific year, and a horrific close to a horrific year,” said Jeff Asher, a crime analyst who works for the City Council, according to the New Orleans Advocate. “The numbers speak for themselves.”

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