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Violent Crime Drops 31 Percent over Past Five Years
BY IRVING WEEKLY STAFF Irving, Texas. January 21, 2010 – Violent crime in Irving is down 31 percent over the past five years, according to Chief Larry Boyd. In addition to violent crime, the overall crime rate has decreased for the past five consecutive years for a total crime rate decrease of 20 percent.
The city’s crime reduction initiatives, which include biweekly strategy development meetings, strategically placed Sky Watch trailers, and several public safety programs such as Citizens on Patrol, have contributed to these significant decreases. Additional 2009 enforcement statistics from the Police Department include:
- 345 police officers
- 14,479 arrests
- 4,492 gang grant hours used
- 97 gang arrests
The city will continue to provide an enhanced focus on its public safety initiatives. The Work Session presentation airs on Irving Community Television Network and is available through video on demand.
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