OPD Shares Crime Statistics for First Half of 2025

Published on August 07, 2025

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For Immediate Release: August 7, 2025

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Today, Oakland Police Department (OPD) Chief Floyd Mitchell updated crime statistics for the first six months of 2025. According to a report released by the Major Cities Chiefs Association from January 1 to June 30, 2025, violent crime decreased across major cities nationwide compared to the same period in 2024.

Here in Oakland, we echo the national trend, seeing significant reductions in reported crimes across every major crime category. From January 1 through June 30, the City experienced a significant decrease in crime compared to the same period in 2024.

Violent Crimes (Homicide, Aggravated Assault, Rape, Robbery): Down 29%

  • Homicides: Down 21%
  • Aggravated Assaults: Down 18%
  • Rape: Down 24%
  • Robbery: Down 41%

Reported Property Crimes:

  • Burglary: Down 19%
  • Motor Vehicle Theft: Down 45%
  • Larceny: Down 17%
  • Arson: Up 9%

These reductions are the result of continued partnerships between our community and OPD. We credit the tireless efforts of all OPD personnel, both sworn and professional staff, for helping to continue this decrease. Our partnerships with community-based organizations, local businesses, city departments, and law enforcement agencies also remain vital to our collective work in reducing crime.

We recognize that statistics may offer little comfort if you’ve personally been affected by crime. Please know that our officers are fully committed to investigating each case and supporting those impacted. The safety and well-being of everyone in our community remain our top priority.

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