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Brown Deer police report shows falling crime rates but warns of staffing shortages
Summary
The police chief reported year‑over‑year declines in thefts, vehicle thefts and robberies and described active community engagement. The department also flagged recruitment challenges and said it is exploring contracts for quicker cell‑phone evidence downloads.
Brown Deer Police Department presented its annual report to the village board, highlighting sustained reductions in several crime categories while warning of ongoing staffing challenges.
The police chief said thefts were down substantially in 2024 and that 2025 figures continue to trend downward. "We're seeing reductions…
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