Crime & Safety
West Palm Beach Police Department Announces Decline In Homicides
The rate dropped 42 percent from June 2019 to June 2020.
July 17, 2020
The West Palm Beach Police Department (WPBPD) announces a 42% year-over-year decline (June 2019 - June 2020) and a 63% year-to-date (June 1, 2020 – July 8, 2020) decline in the City’s homicide rate. WPBPD Chief Frank Adderley attributes the decline to various tactics, partnerships and advanced technology. Shortly after Chief Adderley’s appointment in June 2019, WPBPD enhanced efforts and adopted new strategies to protect residents, business owners and visitors. By partnering with local law enforcement agencies and empowering residents to work with officers, the department has been able to more effectively respond to current and outstanding investigations.
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“West Palm Beach continues to make significant improvements that make our community even safer and more secure,” said West Palm Beach Mayor Keith A. James. “I congratulate Chief Adderley and the West Palm Beach Police Department on their hard work. I thank them for continuing to partner with the community to make our community even safer. No matter in which neighborhood you live, you deserve to live in a safe, secure neighborhood.”
“We are appreciative of the community partners and residents who have worked with us to make West Palm Beach a safer city,” said Chief Frank Adderley. “These results were possible thanks, in no small measure, to the relationships we have formed throughout our city.”
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Recently, the WPBPD activated the Desk Officer Reporting System (DORS) for resident use. This online tool allows residents to submit details of minor incidents and provide officers the information needed for investigation ahead of time. The system helps improve the efficiency of developing a police report, streamline incoming calls, and mitigate the threat of COVID-19 to police officers and the public. WPBPD remains committed to resolving all instances of crime or concern throughout the City. To learn more about DORS, or to submit a report, please visit: http://www.wpb.org/dors.
To learn more about the West Palm Beach Police Department, please visit: www.wpb.org/police or call (561) 822-1900 (TTY: 800-955-8771). In the event of an emergency, dial 9-1-1.
This press release was produced by the City of West Palm Beach. The views expressed are the author's own.