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FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. - The Fayetteville Police Department (FPD) announced today that total overall crime has dropped to its lowest point in ten years, with a 10% reduction in total crime compared to the same period last year. This remarkable milestone reflects the department’s commitment to creating a safer city through strategic policing, community partnerships, and innovative crime prevention initiatives.
Violent crime in Fayetteville continues to decline significantly, with homicides down by 56.75% and aggravated assaults dropping by 28.8%. Property crime has also decreased by 4.91%, with fewer burglaries and larcenies reported this year. These reductions highlight a decade of progress, as the city has seen a 29% decrease in total crime since 2014.
“Reaching a 10-year low in overall crime is a reflection of our officers’ hard work, the strength of our community partnerships, and the continued support from city leadership,” said Fayetteville Police Chief Kemberle Braden. “While we are proud of these results, we recognize there is still work to be done. We remain committed to reducing crime, enhancing public safety, and strengthening the trust between our officers and the community.”
Community engagement remains a cornerstone of FPD’s strategy to reduce crime and build trust. During the third quarter, the department’s Faith in Action initiative supported 614 residents, providing Narcan to combat opioid overdoses, food and groceries for nearly 600 individuals, and hygiene supplies for over 200 people. Events like National Night Out and Back-to-School outreach efforts connected officers with the community, while youth-focused programs such as the Police Activity League (PAL) created meaningful opportunities for engagement.
The department has also prioritized school safety, deploying School Resource Officers (SROs) to 49 schools within the city, ensuring that schools remain safe spaces for students and staff.
Traffic safety has seen improvements as well, with 35,884 traffic stops conducted as part of the#2024NOMOREcampaign. These stops addressed reckless driving and speeding, key concerns raised by the community.
FPD’s partnerships with federal and state agencies have played a key role in these reductions. Through initiatives like the Violent Crime Action Plan (VCAP), the department removed 25 illegal firearms from Fayetteville streets in the third quarter alone. Collaborative operations such as "Vapor Trail" dismantled organized criminal activities, seizing 12,839 pounds of marijuana, 24 firearms, and over $2.9 million in assets.
If you are interested in becoming a Fayetteville Police Officer, please visit JoinFayPD.com or call 910-723-4138.
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