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Chief Scott reports drops in overall crime but uptick in some shootings; families urge sustained investigative support
Summary
Chief Scott told the commission Part 1 crimes are down 36% year-to-date, with violent crime down 14% and property crime down 39%, while shootings were slightly up; multiple public commenters urged continued attention to unsolved homicides and called for retaining staff who help families.
Chief Scott opened the commission's weekly public safety report by saying overall Part 1 crime is down about 36% year-to-date and that property crime declines, particularly a large drop in vehicle break-ins, are driving the improvement.
"Overall, there is a 36% reduction in part 1 crime year to date," Chief Scott told the commission, and he gave a breakdown: violent crimes were down 14% and property crimes down 39%; car burglaries were down…
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