Homicide in Scotland 2022-23

Statistical bulletin on crimes of homicide recorded by the police in Scotland in 2022-2023.


Use of alcohol and drugs

Table 15

Over the last 10 years, from 2013-14 to 2022-23 the alcohol and drug status of persons accused of homicide has been unknown for 52% of accused persons. Of the remaining 367 persons where the drug and alcohol status was known.

  • 49% (178) were under the influence of alcohol.
  • 8% (29) were under the influence of drugs.
  • 28% (103) were under the influence of alcohol and drugs.
  • 16% (57) were not under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Contact

Email: justice_analysts@gov.scot

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