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New York City Sees Significant Decline in Crime Rates as NYPD Commits to Policing with Precision and Integrity

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New York City's July 2025 crime statistics reflect a continued downward trend in crime rates, with a 5.6 percent drop in overall crime and significant reductions in various categories. This progress is credited to the NYPD's tireless efforts and the city's administration's commitment to policing with precision and integrity. Mayor Eric Adams and NYPD Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch commend the brave men and women of the NYPD for their work in keeping New York City safe.

Key Takeaways:

  • New York City has experienced a 5.6 percent drop in overall crime rates in July 2025.
  • This marks the seventh consecutive quarter of crime reductions, with violent crimes at record lows across the city.
  • July 2025 saw the lowest number of shooting incidents and shooting victims in recorded history.
  • Crime in the subway system in July 2025 was at record lows, excluding the 2020 and 2021 pandemic years.
  • The first seven months of 2025 also mark the fewest shooting incidents and shooting victims ever recorded.
  • The NYPD attributes this progress to the city's administration's dedication to policing with precision and integrity.
  • Mayor Adams maintains that New York City is the safest big city in America, citing the city's low crime rates.

Statistics:

  • 5.6 percent drop in overall crime rates in July 2025 ( Source: New York City Police Department)
  • Seventh consecutive quarter of crime reductions (Source: New York City Police Department)
  • 30.11% decrease in major crime in July 2025 compared to the previous year (Source: New York City Police Department)
  • Lowest number of shooting incidents (223) and shooting victims (317) in recorded history for July (Source: New York City Police Department)
  • Lowest number of shooting incidents and shooting victims for the first seven months of any year (1027 incidents, 1403 victims) (Source: New York City Police Department)

Sources:

  • "NYPD Commissioner Tisch and Mayor Adams Offer Praise for NYPD's Ongoing Efforts to Combat Crime," NYPD press release (July 2025)

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