Crime incidents in Alexandria saw an overall decrease last week, after a previous rise, according to data from SpotCrime, which collects data from police agencies and validated sources. Incidents fell to 126 for the week of January 14, down from 144 the week before.
The overall decrease in crime incidents was led by theft and assault. Theft fell to 32 incidents last week, from 43 the week before. Assault went from 17 to 12.
There was one reported burglary last week. That represents a decrease from four incidents the previous week. There were also six incidents of vandalism, down from eight the week before.
There were 75 reports of "other" crimes, an increase of three from the previous week. SpotCrime's broad "other" category includes a variety of offenses like fraud, trespassing, public disturbance and traffic violations. Of those incidents, 30 involved arrests, such as for drug possession, up from 11 reported arrests the week before.
Looking at crime patterns in different areas of the city, Alexandria West, Landmark-Van Dom, and Braddock Road Metro had the most reported incidents last week. Landmark-Van Dom was at the top of the list the previous week as well.
Old Town saw the largest decline. Crime reports in Potomac West also fell for a second week, and incidents in Seminary Hill are down considerably as well.
Regarding when most crimes are committed, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays witnessed the most crime incidents last week. The largest decrease from the previous week occurred on Fridays, Saturdays and Mondays, while incidents on Tuesdays, Sundays and Thursdays went up. Late night, early afternoon and late afternoon saw the most crime last week.
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