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Bessemer, Alabama

Bessemer is located in southwest Jefferson County. The Marvel City has a violent crime rate of 29.8 % with 1 in 34 people likely to be a victim. Violent crime offences in this area include forcible rape, murder and non-negligent manslaughter, armed robbery, and aggravated assault including assault with a deadly weapon.

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