With one day left in 2010, the Irving Police Department is reporting that crime in Irving has declined for the seventh consecutive year. Irving's crime rate decreased an additional 8.4 percent, with the greatest reduction in the robbery category. Nearly every crime category, including property and violent crimes, was reduced.
The Irving Police Department attributes the crime reductions to strong neighborhoods, proactive policing focusing on addressing known offenders, and strong code enforcement, especially as it relates to apartment communities.
Notable decreases occurred in the following crime categories:
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Robbery - 22.3 percent decrease
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Auto Theft - 21.9 percent decrease
- Burglary - 15.6 percent decrease
- Burglary of a Motor Vehicle - 11.3 percent decrease
