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APD reports drop in auto thefts, outlines G‑file workload and cadet retention plans
Summary
APD Chief of Staff Robin Henderson reported a roughly 31% year‑over‑year drop in auto theft, described new prevention efforts, gave counts on G‑file requests and detailed cadet‑academy recruitment, attrition and support changes.
Robin Henderson, chief of staff presenting the Austin Police Department quarterly report, told the Public Safety Commission on Oct. 6 that auto theft incidents are down about 31% from the same time last year and about 18% compared with the five‑year mean.
Henderson described targeted initiatives: partnerships with vehicle dealerships, new outreach to storage facilities and residential garage theft prevention (including an outreach magnet campaign to remind residents to secure garage doors), motors unit enforcement and cooperation with TxDOT on speeding and reckless driving along RM 2222.
Henderson said the department is using “place‑network” investigations to analyze locations that contribute to criminal activity and is coordinating enforcement and prosecution with the Travis County District Attorney and County Attorney where repeat offenders are identified. She added the mounted unit has been redeployed to increase patrols at parks and hard‑to‑reach…
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