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What is 'unsolved murder'?

An unsolved murder is a homicide where the police haven't identified and charged a suspect, or where a suspect has been charged but not convicted. In London, the recent data shows a significant disparity, with a high proportion of these cases involving non-white victims, particularly black individuals, highlighting ongoing challenges in achieving justice.

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Nine in ten unsolved London murders had non-white victims

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