index crime

noun

1. a crime included in the yearly crime statistics of the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Word History and Origins

Origin of index crime¹

First recorded in 1965–70; so called because it provides an index of the general level of criminal activity

Example Sentences

“While we are encouraged that five of the seven index crime categories decreased in the first quarter, felony assaults and grand larceny autos remain persistent issues,” she said.

From Seattle Times

As for total index crime, which encompasses the NYPD’s seven main types of offenses, the department saw a 35% increase compared to the same time last year.

From Fox News

Total index crime – meaning offenses that fall under one of the seven major crimes – is up 45% year to date compared to 2021.

From Fox News

FBI index crime data tracks offenses against persons, such as murder, attempted murder and assaults, and offenses against property, such as shoplifting or any kind of theft, Pekau explained.

From Fox News

Grand larceny auto – or car theft – and grand larceny – the theft of an item worth more than $1,000 – topped the charts in terms of index crime increases for February.

From Fox News