WOW! Thank you for that factoid... will put to good use :)
The murder rate for neighboring Washington, DC, is only slightly lower than for Baltimore, definitely over 30 per 100,000 in 2019 and heading even higher for 2022. The death rate in large counties around DC are also up. In racially mixed Prince Georges Co., MD, the 2021 rate was up 1/3rd from 2020. In affluent Montgomery Co., MD, the increase was more than 80% in 2021. Increases were also reported in northern Virginia counties. In fact, observing these 3 areas this year I have been shocked by the frequency of killings being reported. In fact, last night I was surprised by reports of killings just north of DuPont Circle, less than 100 yards from a specialty news store where I have bought hobby magazines.
https://www.nbcwashington.com/news/local/dc-suburbs-end-2021-with-higher-homicide-counts/2923926/
In some areas deaths are caused by gang shoot-outs or spree killers/shooters. In others mental decline and family stress caused by Covid isolation appears to be a factor. In fact if you are feeling suicidal or homicidal, try to get help. Call a suicide prevention hot-line, attend an AA or NA meeting, talk to a local spirital/church leader. Take some supplements like Vitamin C and D, and calcium with magnesium (2 to 1 ratio) which can make your body feel better. Or try Valerian for calmness or Meletonin if lack of sleep is an issue. Get help for yourself or someone you know needs it!