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DPD crime trends and FY27 budget

Detroit

Summary

DPD reported a record drop to 165 homicides in 2025, a 23% cut in motor vehicle theft, and a 45.8% cut in carjackings, and is expanding its 24/7 mental health co-response unit. Council motions address mini-police stations and technology spending.

At a glance

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Last discussed Mar 23, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

The department's full FY27 request was not tallied in the record; technology spending including license plate readers drew scrutiny.

✅Who benefits

All Detroit residents through reduced violent and property crime.

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