12% drop in violent crime since OSC launch; property crime down too

Violent crime in Shelby County was down by 12.16% and property crime by 4.71% for the first three months of 2008, compared to the same time period in 2006 – the Operation Safe Community baseline year.

Implementation on Operation Safe Community is well underway.  This five-year action plan is backed by our top leaders and experts in law enforcement, government, business and academia in partnership with dozens of community-based organizations across the county.  Progress can be seen in smart policing, aggressive prosecution, and comprehensive law enforcement/community partnerships. 

For More Information Contact: Linda Miller (901) 527-2600

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