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Reported rapes up 7% in Nashville as advocates point to more survivors coming forward
By Kelly Milan at WKRN News 2 (ABC affiliate)
· July 3, 2026
· 1 min read
The Metro Nashville Police Department's latest year-to-date crime report shows reported rapes have increased 7% compared to the same point last year. Through this point in 2025, police had received 287 reports. This year, that number has risen to 307.
Key takeaway Through this point in 2025, police had received 287 reports.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: WKRN News 2 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The Metro Nashville Police Department's latest year-to-date crime report shows reported rapes have increased 7% compared to the same point last year. Through this point in 2025, police had received 287 reports. This year, that number has risen to 307.
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