Cheyenne Police: 2024 Stats So Far Show 20 Percent Crime Decrease

Cheyenne Police say crime statistics for the first half of 2024 show a 20 percent overall decrease compared to the same time last year, according to a news release.

You can see a full crime statistics list for Jan.1-June 30 2024 here

The data is derived from the National Incident-Based Reporting System, or NIBRS Group A offenses, according to CPD spokeswoman Alex Farkas. That system does not differentiate between felonies and misdemeanors. But it does break down crime into three categories--Crimes Against Property, Crimes Against Persons, and Crimes Against Society.

The release cites the following results:

• Crimes Against Property decreased 26%

• Crimes Against People decreased by 17%

• Crimes Against Society increased by 4%

• Overall crime is down 20% in Cheyenne

Crimes Against Property

One of the notable findings in the report was a significant drop in the theft of motor vehicle parts, which showed a 57 percent drop year over year. Motor vehicle thefts fell from 122 last year to 73 for the same period this year. Burglary dropped by 19 percent and vandalism/property damage dropped by 53 percent.

Crimes Against Persons

Not all of the results of the report were good news, as aggravated assault cases increased by 17 percent year over year. But in general, the release says ''Violent crime rates in Cheyenne remain low," and intimidation and simple assault showed a decrease of 19 percent.

Crimes Against Society

One area of concern in the report was an increase in drug and narcotic violations, albeit a fairly small one at nine percent. Weapon law violations were down slightly, showing a 4 percent decrease.

The release quotes Police Chief Mark Francisco as saying ''Through new crime prevention programs, outreach events, and crime analysis – our agency is working closely with the public to deter criminal activity,” said Chief Mark Francisco. “As of right now, these tactics appear to be having a positive effect, and we will keep striving to finish the year strong.”