Sex Offenses
Zero offenses Non - forcible
132 offenses Forcible, Other
131 offenses Forcible Rape Forcible Rape offenses decreased 22.9% from 170 offenses in Third Quarter 2023 to 131 offenses in Third Quarter of 2024.
There was no change in Non - Forcible sex offenses in Third Quarter 2023 compared to Third Quarter 2024.
Other Forcible sex offenses increased 23.4% from 107 offenses in Third Quarter 2023 to 132 offenses in Third Quarter 2024.
The offense is considered statutory rape, defined as
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In approximately 72% of cases, victim knew suspect. Approximately 13% of victims were 17 years of age or under.
Approximately 85% of victims were 17 years of age or under. Includes sodomy, sexual assault with an object, and forcible fondling.
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nonforcible sexual intercourse with a person who is under the statutory age of consent.
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The Sex Crimes Unit continues the investigative process with the goal of bringing all perpetrators to justice.
Special Victims Section
Number of cases assigned to the Crimes Against Children Unit decreased 6.9%. Number of cases assigned to the Domestic Violence Unit decreased 1.5%. Number of cases assigned to the Sex Crimes Unit increased 4.5%.
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Decreased 6.9%
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Decreased 1.5%
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Increased 4.5%
Sex Crimes Unit The Sex Crimes Unit investigates and is assigned incidents of sexual
Domestic Violence Unit The Domestic Violence Unit investigates and is assigned incidents of domestic violence in partnership with the various, collocated agencies in the One Safe Place umbrella (Tarrant County ’ s Family Justice Center).
Crimes Against Children Unit The Crimes Against Children Unit investigates and is assigned incidents of abuse and sexual abuse of children under 17 & homicides of children under the age of six.
assault, indecent exposures, public lewdness, improper
photography, injury to the elderly in care facilities, stalking, and any other crime of a sexual nature involving adults 17 years old and older.
Special Victims Support The Sex Crimes Unit and the Victim Assistance Section work with patrol officers, hold community meetings, and provide presentations to local colleges on ways to prevent sexual assault. The Sex Crimes Unit along with TCU officials conduct information - exchange meetings to encourage discussion on ways to reduce the likelihood of becoming a victim. The Victim Assistance Section continues to provide support services to victims of reported sexual assaults. Cold Case Sexual Assault Detectives have been successful in solving older cases involving multiple victims using DNA from incarcerated individuals.
2024 3rd Quarter Crime Report
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