Homicides Down 44.5% in Memphis as Police Chief Credits New Strategies

Homicides down 44.5% in Memphis as police chief credits new strategies

Memphis Police Chief C.J. Davis said major offenses, including homicide, aggravated assault, robbery and burglary, have declined significantly compared to previous years.

Under Donald Trump, Crime Is Plummeting in Memphis and Across the Country - Clarksville Online - Clarksville News, Sports, Events and Information

Written by Marsha Blackburn U.S. Senator Washington, D.C. – Nationwide, crime is plummeting. Since last year, homicides are down 18 percent, reaching their lowest rate since at least 1900—126 years. Meanwhile, burglaries have dropped by 13 percent, robberies by 17 percent, and carjackings by 47 percent. For millions of Americans, this has meant safer streets, fewer victims, and peace of mind for their families. This trend is a victory for the Am…

Crime is Down in Yonkers; Recent Homicide First Since 2025

The latest shooting in Yonkers, which resulted in the death of 20-year old Brandon Garcia, has brought a renewed focus on crime in Yonkers. But before the shooting last week, Yonkers hasen’t had a homicide since last August (2025). Compared to 2025 YTD, Yonkers is down 83% in Homicides (1 vs 6) and down 33% […]