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Study: New Jersey ranks among safest states in the country

Despite being the most densely populated state in the country, one study says New Jersey is also one of the safest.

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Feb 24, 2019, 3:22 PM

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Study: New Jersey ranks among safest states in the country

Despite being the most densely populated state in the country, one study says New Jersey is also one of the safest.

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