Cmdr. Klein: Crime Down Recently in PSA 208/Dupont

The following post is by MPD 2nd District Commander Matthew Klein. Police Service Area (PSA) 208 covers the Dupont Circle area and part of the Kalorama Circle neighborhood. West Borderstan west of 15th) is part of PSA 208.

From Commander Klein:

PSA 208 Residents: “I would like to thank you for the time and energy each of you has devoted to our partnership efforts and for your support in reducing crime in our neighborhoods.  It is evident through our community and police partnerships we have been successful in reducing crime and making our streets safer.  I would like to take this opportunity to briefly share the results of our hard work, and share some preventative tips with you.” – Commander Matthew Klein, MPD Second District

April 18, 2008 – May 17, 2008
Compared to April 18, 2009 – May 17, 2009:

• Burglary: DOWN 71%
• Theft from auto: DOWN 21%
• Robbery: DOWN 8%

March 19, 2009 – April 17, 2009
Compared to April 18, 2009 – May 17, 2009:

• Burglary: DOWN 67%
• Theft from auto: DOWN 24%
• Robbery: DOWN 27%