The number of crime incidents in Newport Beach 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 382 for the week of Feb. 11, up from 257 the week before.
The specific offenses that increased the most were burglary and robbery. Burglary rose to 122 incidents last week, from 59 the week before. Robbery went from two to 13.
While somewhat smaller categories, there was also a considerable percentage increase in assault, from six incidents per week to 11, and in theft, from 34 to 43 incidents.
There were four reported vandalism incidents last week. That represents an increase from three incidents the previous week.
There were 189 reports of "other" crimes, an increase of 37 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, 14 involved arrests, such as for drug possession, up from 13 reported arrests the week before.
As far as where crime is concentrated in the city, Corona Del Mar, Brentwood, and West Anaheim had the most reported incidents. Corona Del Mar and Brentwood were at the top of the list the previous week as well.
Corona Del Mar experienced the highest growth in crime.
Regarding when most crimes are committed, Saturdays, Sundays and Tuesdays produced the most crime incidents. The largest increase from the previous week occurred on Mondays, Sundays and Tuesdays. Comparing times of day, late morning, late afternoon, and late night saw the most crime .
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