Monthly number of larceny-thefts in the U.S. 2009
This graph shows the total number of larceny-thefts in the United States in 2009, by month. Larceny-theft involves the successful or attempted taking of property from another person; it includes shoplifting, pocket-picking, purse-snatching and bicycle theft. In February 2009, approximately 354,216 larceny-thefts were reported in the United States.