City reports 19% drop in homicides due to Project Greenlight success

Homicides in Detroit have dropped by 19%, marking a significant decline in violent crime, according to the latest updates from the Detroit City Council Budget Hearing on March 24, 2025. The meeting highlighted a comprehensive overview of crime statistics, revealing that aggravated assaults decreased by 6%, while robberies fell by 13%. Overall, violent offenses saw a reduction of 7.35%.

In addition to violent crime, property offenses also showed promising trends, with a 3.1% decrease in total property crimes, including burglary and larceny. Notably, carjackings have seen a remarkable decline, attributed to the success of Project Greenlight, which began in February 2015. Initially launched with just eight gas stations, the initiative has expanded to over a thousand participating businesses, significantly contributing to the drop in carjackings.

The council's discussions underscored the importance of community engagement and innovative policing strategies in achieving these reductions. As the city continues to focus on public safety, the positive trends in crime statistics reflect ongoing efforts to enhance community security and trust in law enforcement.