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North Coastal sheriff credits proactive enforcement for steep drops in crimes; promises continued DUI and e-motorcycle crackdowns
Summary
Captain Watts told the Encinitas Public Safety Commission that crimes against persons fell about 39% in 2025 and described stepped-up traffic enforcement, monthly traffic-enforcement days, seizures of illegal e-motorcycles and expanded outreach in partnership with social-service providers.
Captain Watts of the North Coastal Sheriff’s Office told the Encinitas Public Safety Commission on Tuesday that his command saw large year-over-year declines in reported crime in 2025 and plans to sustain those gains through targeted enforcement and community partnerships.
“Through the year 2025, we’ve seen a minus 39% decrease in crimes against persons,” Watts said during a presentation that summarized enforcement activity, outreach and staffing changes. He also reported a 25% decline in property crimes and said deputy-initiated activities—proactive patrols and contacts—rose sharply after command changes in 2024.
The captain emphasized traffic enforcement as a priority. He said the station shifted patrol schedules to concentrate resources…
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