PolitiFact: Milwaukee more dangerous than 96% of the nation?


The latest clash between government officials in Milwaukee and state government has produced this claim about the city:

'You're more likely to be the victim of a violent crime in Milwaukee than in 96% of the country.'

The statement was made by state Sen. Van Wanggaard (R-Racine).

PolitiFact Wisconsin finds there's some truth to the statistic.
