Columbus sees 29% drop in violent crimes; data here
The Columbus Police Department is reporting a decrease in crime as the year comes to a close.
From January 1 to December 2, 2025, the city reported 1,022 fewer Part 1 crimes than during the same period in 2024.
Between January 1 to December 2, 2025:
27 murder cases
38 rape cases
127 robbery cases
393 aggravated assault cases
434 burglary cases
4,514 larceny cases
491 theft by taking a motor vehicle case.
Between January 1 to December 2, 2024.:
32 murder cases
33 rape cases
173 robbery cases
727 aggravated assault cases
659 burglary cases
4831 larceny cases
591 theft by taking motor vehicle cases
Violent crimes show a 29% reduction for the year.
“These numbers reflect steady work by officers across every division of the department, and ongoing cooperation between CPD and the community,” police said.
As the holiday season typically brings more activity and, at times, more crime, CPD says they have increased patrol presence and activated specialized details in areas where crime data points to a greater need for focused enforcement.
“These efforts are aimed at keeping pressure on offenders and strengthening safety in neighborhoods during one of the busiest times of the year,” police said.
Stay safe, Columbus!
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