the crime of trying to kill someone deliberately and intentionally
1. In 2019, there were 13,590 reported cases of attempted murder in the United States. 2. The suspect was charged with attempted murder in the first degree and could face up to 25 years in prison if convicted.
1. "I was charged with attempted murder, actually. Thankfully, it was dropped to aggravated assault." Chris Brown, interview with The Guardian 2. "I have never committed attempted murder in my life. I have never committed murder." Aaron Hernandez, court testimony