YEREVAN.- The number of crimes in Armenia reduced by about 25 percent over the recent 10 years, Director of Sociometer center Aharon Adibekyan said.

The number of juvenile crimes also reduced by 50 percent, he told reporters on Saturday.

“About 170 juvenile crimes, out of 4,000 crimes in general, were recorded last year. As compared with other CIS countries, the index of youth crimes is low enough,” Adibekyan said.

In Armenia, fortunately, there is a low level of alcohol and drug addicts among minors. Adibekyan noted that much depends on a family. The adults must follow how their children are spending money and teach them to be responsible for their steps.