 In 2013, Detroit's number of criminal homicides was 333, a reduction of 14% compared to 2012.However, taken in context by population, Detroit remains as a city with one of the highest homicide rates per capita in the United States.In April 2008, the city unveiled a $300-million stimulus plan to create jobs and revitalize neighborhoods, financed by city bonds and paid for by earmarking about 15% of the wagering tax.