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Chicago crime numbers down compared to last year: CPD
Chicago Police Supt. David Brown says the strategy used to put officers on the streets is working, according to the numbers and the homicide clearance that is now at 65-percent.
CHICAGO - Chicago police say crime numbers are down compared to this time last year.
CPD says homicides are down 17-percent and shootings are down 14-percent.
Chicago Police Supt. David Brown says the strategy used to put officers on the streets is working, according to the numbers and the homicide clearance that is now at 65-percent — which is above the national average.
Brown did acknowledge carjackings are still a problem, and only down two-percent.
In addition, those being arrested for these crimes are getting younger and bolder.
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"Three offenders were 12-years-old, 13-years-old and 14-years-old. They were taken into custody in the 3500 block of West Adams Street. They were identified as the offenders who took a vehicle by force from a 50-year-old male in the 1200 block of South Independence Boulevard. The 12-year-old offender is charged with two felony counts of aggravated vehicular high-jacking with a weapon," said Brown.
CPD did acknowledge there are several cases they need the public's help with, and are urging anyone with information to call with an anonymous tip to 833-408-0069.