Washington weekly crime report: Theft trend down

Washington weekly crime report: Theft trend downPhoto: iStock
Hoodline
Published on March 21, 2019

The number of crime incidents in Washington 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 488 for the week of March 11, down from 521 the week before.

The offense that decreased the most was theft, which fell to 391 incidents last week, from 430 the week before. Reports of theft have continued to fall for the past two weeks. Burglary also declined slightly, falling from 20 to 17. 

Among the few types of offenses that saw an uptick last week, reports of robbery went from 31 to 35. Incidents of assault rose from 30 to 32, and shootings went up from three to five.

There were seven reports of "other" crimes, even with the previous week. SpotCrime's broad "other" category includes a variety of offenses like fraud, trespassing, public disturbance and traffic violations. Of those incidents, two involved arrests, such as for drug possession, up from one reported arrest the week before.

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

The U Street Corridor saw the largest decline. Crime reports in Georgetown also fell, after increasing the week before, and incidents in Brightwood are down considerably as well.

Regarding when crime most often occurs, Monday, Friday and Thursday produced the most reported crimes last week. The largest decrease from the previous week occurred on Wednesday, Sunday and Monday, while incidents on Tuesday, Friday and Thursday went up. Comparing times of day, after midnight, late night and evening 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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