The number of crime incidents in Denver the week of March 18 remained roughly even with the week before, according to data from SpotCrime, which collects data from police agencies and validated sources.

The specific offenses that decreased the most were assault and arson. Assault fell slight to 159 incidents last week, from 161 the week before. Arson went from two to one. Reports of assault have continued to fall for the last two weeks.

While somewhat smaller categories, there was also a notable percentage decrease in robbery, from 17 incidents per week to 16, and in vandalism, from 97 to 96 incidents.

There were 12 reported shooting incidents last week. That represents a steady state from the previous week.

Among the few types of offenses that saw an uptick last week, reports of theft went from 350 to 376, and burglary rose from 52 to 56.

There were 614 reports of "other" crimes, a decrease of 35 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, 98 involved arrests, such as for drug possession, down from 108 reported arrests the week before.

Considering the concentration of crime across the city, Five Points, Capitol Hill and Stapleton had the most reported incidents last week. Five Points and Capitol Hill were at the top of the list the previous week as well.

Crime in Sunnyside decreased the most. Crime reports in Lincoln Park also fell, after increasing the week before, and incidents in Sun Valley are down considerably as well.

Regarding when most crimes are committed, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Mondays saw the most crime incidents last week. The largest decrease from the previous week occurred on Saturdays, Sundays and Fridays, while incidents on Wednesdays, Tuesdays and Thursdays went up. Comparing times of day, evening, late afternoon and midday saw the most crime last week.

To report a crime in progress or life-threatening emergency, call 911. To report a non-urgent crime or complaint, contact your local police department.

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