Dallas sees year‑to‑date drop in violent crime; focused‑deterrence program expands
Feb 9, 2026
Major Andre Taylor reported a 13.25% year‑to‑date drop in violent crime in Dallas, citing falls in robberies, aggravated assaults and homicides and described the focused‑deterrence program (sixth session) now serving about 80 active clients with expanded outreach and targeted contacts to documented gang members.
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Major Andre Taylor told the committee that “Overall violent crime is down year to date 13.25% in Dallas,” attributing the decrease to declines in robberies, aggravated assaults and homicides and to ongoing operations such as 'Operation Safe Streets.'
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