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Desert Hot Springs police report 27.5% drop in major crimes, outline staffing and vehicle replacement plans
Summary
Chief Stephen Shaw told the commission May Group A offenses fell about 27.5% year over year; the department reported 3,500 calls for service, 64 arrests and 217 citations, plans to overhire toward a 33-officer target, and has budgeted for a multi-year patrol vehicle replacement and outfitting program.
Police Chief Stephen Shaw told the Public Safety Commission on June 12 that Group A offenses were down roughly 27.5% compared with the same period last year. Shaw said the department logged about 3,500 calls for service in May, made 64 arrests and issued 217 citations.
Shaw summarized the department’s staffing and budget posture: the city has a two-year balanced budget cycle with general-fund figures presented to council (about $30.8 million in…
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