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Covington reports rise in drug arrests, declines in property crime and auto theft in 2024
Summary
A city staff member told a Covington meeting that drug arrests rose 86% in 2024 after state law changes, while property crime fell 8% year-over-year (about 20% over three years), auto theft fell 21%, and retail/theft prosecutions increased.
A staff member for the City of Covington (role/title not specified) told the meeting that drug arrests rose 86% in 2024 while several categories of property crime declined.
“In 2024, we made great strides in our commitment to the well-being and safety of Covington residents. With the change in state drug laws, our drug arrests were up 86% this past year,” the staff member said. The staff member added that property crime…
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