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Leon Valley police report: violent crime down but larceny and auto thefts rise; chief seeks grant support
Summary
Police Chief David Gonzalez told council a nine-month snapshot shows violent crime is down year-to-date while property crimes — particularly larceny and auto theft — have increased, concentrated around apartment complexes and large retail parking lots. The chief asked council for continued grant support and funding for equipment and staffing.
David Gonzalez, Leon Valley police chief, presented a nine-month comparison (January–September) showing violent crime declines and increases in property offenses including larceny and auto theft.
Gonzalez identified local hotspots: apartment complexes and large retail parking areas near H-E-B and Hobby Lobby, and he said thieves shift times when police presence increases. “We respond to calls…and we respond to…
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