Richmond crime dropping: Which offenses are dropping most?

Richmond crime dropping: Which offenses are dropping most?Photo: iStock
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Published on March 22, 2019

The number of crime incidents in Richmond 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 51 for the week of March 11, down from 59 the week before.

Theft and assault led the decrease in crime incidents. Theft fell to eight incidents last week, from 15 the week before. Assault went from three 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 three incidents per week to two, and in vandalism, from six to five incidents.

There was one reported burglary last week. That represents a steady state from the previous week.

There were 33 reports of "other" crimes, an increase of two 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, 16 involved arrests, such as for drug possession, up from 14 reported arrests the week before.

Considering the concentration of crime across the city, Belding/Woods, Iron Triangle and Shields-Reid had the most reported incidents last week. Iron Triangle and Shields-Reid were at the top of the list the previous week as well.

Crime in Iron Triangle decreased the most.

Regarding when crime most often occurs, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Sundays saw the most crime incidents last week. The largest decrease from the previous week occurred on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, while incidents on Tuesdays and Sundays went up. Comparing times of day, early afternoon, late afternoon and after midnight 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.

Head to SpotCrime to get free local crime alerts in your area.

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