Mesa Police Department Releases 2025 Year-End Crime Reduction Highlights

Mesa Police Department Releases 2025 Year-End Crime Reduction Highlights

The Mesa Police Department has released its 2025 year-end crime statistics, and the results show a reduction in violent crime and a noteworthy increase in proactive enforcement and community engagement.

Statistics highlighted in this report include a reduction in violent crime, a decrease in dispatched calls for service with an increase in proactive patrol efforts. Additionally, in 2025, motor vehicle crimes such as stolen vehicle calls, vehicle burglaries and theft of motor vehicle parts decreased in Mesa.

In 2024, the city saw an increase in traffic collisions. In response, Mesa PD significantly increased proactive traffic enforcement leading to a 22% increase in traffic citations and warnings issued in 2025.

"In 2025, the City of Mesa experienced a notable reduction in violent crime, while calls for service increased alongside continued population growth. These incredible results illustrate the dedication of the men and women of the Mesa Police Department, in partnership with other city departments and the community. This shows the shared commitment to make Mesa the safest major city of our population in the nation," said Chief Dan Butler.

2025 year in review highlights are available at http://www.mesaaz.gov/pdhighlights.