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What are the most prevalent reported crimes in Kenya?

Citing the national police service, the Kenya economic survey 2023 showed that there were 88,083 people were reported to have committed crimes in Kenya. Of these, assault accounted for 18.7% or 16,497 cases; followed by stealing at 16.8% or 14,785 cases. Dangerous drugs was third accounting for 7% or 6,544 cases.

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