The 1990s crime drop also caught nearly everyone by surprise. Researchers were actually forecasting increases in crime during the 1990s.

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Before the 1990s, many researchers and criminologists were predicting an increase in crime rates due to factors like the crack epidemic and economic issues. The significant and unexpected drop in crime during the 1990s surprised many experts.

The 1990s Crime Drop Also Caught Nearly Everyone by Surprise