Crime incidents in Cupertino saw an overall increase last week, after a previous decline, according to data from SpotCrime, which collects data from police agencies and validated sources. Incidents rose to 85 for the week of December 10, up from 76 the week before.
Theft and assault led the increase in crimes. Theft rose to 23 incidents last week, from 17 the week before. Assault went from two to four.
While a somewhat smaller category, there was also a notable percentage increase in vandalism, from three incidents per week to five.
There was one reported robbery last week. That represents no change from the previous week.
Among the few types of offenses that saw a downturn last week, reports of burglary went from five to four.
SpotCrime data also indicates that 48 "other" crimes were made last week, which is down from 50 the week before. SpotCrime's broad "other" category includes a variety of offenses like fraud, trespassing, public disturbance and traffic violations.
Looking at crime patterns in different areas of the city, South Blaney, Southwest Santa Clara and Garden Gate had the most reported incidents last week. South Blaney and Southwest Santa Clara were at the top of the list the previous week as well.
Crime in North Blaney decreased the most. Crime reports in Southwest Santa Clara also fell, after increasing the week before, and incidents in Monta Vista North are down considerably as well.
Regarding when crime most often occurs, Thursdays, Sundays and Wednesdays saw the most crime incidents last week. The largest increase from the previous week occurred on Thursdays, Sundays and Tuesdays, while incidents on Saturdays, Wednesdays and Fridays went down. Evening, early afternoon and late afternoon saw the most crime last week.
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