The decreases in homicides and shootings are rightly getting lots of press, but I also think it's worth bringing attention to the large decreases in auto thefts we're seeing across the city. Though auto thefts remain a stubborn problem, thankfully the Hyundai/Kia craze seems to have diminished significantly.
June 2023 auto thefts: 1123
June 2024 auto thefts: 473
Auto thefts are on pace to be 40% lower in 2024 compared to 2023, and hopefully the downward trajectory continues. Even with a 40% decrease from 2023, the city would still see, on average, over 18 auto thefts per day in 2024. So, while there is certainly loads of room for improvement, we should still be able to recognize that good things are happening.