Washington’s Violent Crime Clearance Crisis: Where Technology Meets Mission

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WASHINGTON'S VIOLENT CRIME CLEARANCE CRISIS: WHERE TECHNOLOGY MEETS MISSION

By: Eric Harden - eSleuth SME

Washington State testimony this week revealed a sobering reality: only 44% of violent crimes are being solved, leaving 49,000+ cases unsolved since 2022, including 400+ homicides and 7,000 rapes.

The Council of State Governments asked legislators: "How low can this rate go before the entire criminal justice system is rendered useless?"

The challenge isn't just resources, it's capacity. Law enforcement expenses have RISEN while solve rates have FALLEN. Traditional hiring solutions face unprecedented difficulties.

This is why eSleuth exists.

Our AI platform was designed by law enforcement for law enforcement as an investigative force multiplier. We help detectives work more efficiently with existing resources, identify investigative leads that advance cases, and deliver results without waiting years to hire additional staff.

Washington just allocated $100 million for public safety, with leadership calling for funds to support investigations and increase solve rates. eSleuth offers proven, cost-effective technology that works with existing staff to help solve more cases.

Behind those 49,000 unsolved cases are real families waiting for justice. Technology alone isn't the answer, but the right technology, in the hands of dedicated investigators, can restore what communities need most: the belief that justice is possible.

To Washington State and law enforcement leaders nationwide facing similar crises: let's talk about solutions.

Learn more about this topic by reading this related article here: https://washingtonstatestandard.com/2025/12/05/police-are-failing-to-solve-most-violent-crimes-in-wa/

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