Summer is normally a violent time in the city, but this year has seen the fewest killings in nine years. Year-to-date, the city has recorded 38% fewer homicides than last year.

The police commissioner is hopeful that the downward trend will continue. KYW Newsradio's crime and justice reporter Kristen Johanson has more.

<p>Summer is normally a violent time in the city, but this year has seen the fewest killings in nine years. Year-to-date, the city has recorded 38% fewer homicides than last year.</p>
<p>The police commissioner is hopeful that the downward trend will continue. KYW Newsradio's crime and justice reporter Kristen Johanson has more.</p>

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