Problem przestępczości w okręgu przemyskim przed konfliktem rosyjsko-ukraińskim i w jego trakcie

The aim of this article is to analyze crime rates in the Przemyśl district before the outbreak of the Russian-Ukrainian war and during its first year. The question was raised as to whether the influx of refugees had affected the level of public safety. The study, based on an analysis of legal acts, administrative and statistical data, as well as the literature on the subject, showed that despite unprecedented migration, there was no rise in crime. The number of criminal and traffic offenses decreased, and the high detection rate of perpetrators remained unchanged. The biggest problemremained traffic crimes that were not related to migration. Misinformation that caused social anxiety, were crucial. The article highlights the role of reliable communication and the state actions of public institutions in maintaining social stability was emphasized.