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GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) — The Green Bay Police Department says in 2024, overall crime dropped 1.58% from 2023. Last year, the GBPD recorded 6,308 case reports in comparison to 6,409 during the year prior.
The types of crimes are broken down into three categories; property crimes, crimes against society, and crimes against persons.
The largest decrease came from reported property crimes, dropping nearly 11% in 2024. There were 2,809 reported cases compared to the previous year of 3,155. This is the lowest number of known cases of the last 10 years. The offenses that have decreased include arson, burglary, robbery, shoplifting, motor vehicle thefts, and theft from a motor vehicle.
In review of crimes against society, reported cases dropped just over 1% in 2024. There were 1,767 compared to 1,788 in 2023 because of lesser-known drug violations and prostitution.
“We are making steady progress in the right direction. While we recognize there is still much work to be done, the decrease in overall crime serves as a clear testament to the dedication of Green Bay Police Department’s sworn and professional staff, along with those who proudly represent our community and work to improve it,” said Chief Chris Davis, Green Bay Police Department.
However, there was a rise in crimes against persons of around 18% in 2024. There were 1,732 reported cases compared to 1,466 in 2023. Some of the offenses that lead to this increase include aggravated assault, simple assault, and kidnapping/abduction, which can sometimes be linked to a domestic violence-type incident if one person is prevented from leaving. Chief Davis says his department is continuing to work to mitigate the issue.
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