2023 2nd Quarter Crime Report

Fort Worth Police Department

2nd Quarter Crime Report

April—June 2023

Chief Neil Noakes

Table of Contents

1 Understanding Crime Reporting

2 2023 2nd Quarter Crime Report

3 2023 2nd Quarter Crime Rate

4 Yearly Comparison

4 Crime Prevention Strategies and #FortWorthSafe

5 Crimes Against Persons

8 Crimes Against Property

10 Crimes Against Society

10 Gang Unit Report

13 Offenses By Council District

24 Directions Home Report

27 Major Cities Comparison

29 Department Initiatives

DISCLAIMER: This report provides a snapshot of the Fort Worth Police Department ’ s National Incident - Based Re- porting System (NIBRS) data that was queried from the Records Management System (RMS) on July 11, 2023. The Department ’ s RMS is updated regularly due to ongoing investigations. Since this is a snapshot, data queried before or after this date could change and may vary from other reports.

Understanding Crime Reporting Fort Worth has utilized the National Incident - Based Reporting System (NIBRS) methodology for crime reports since 2006. NIBRS compiles detailed reports on two types of crime offenses: Group A offenses and Group B offenses. The groupings are based on the amount of reporting required for each. Both incidents and arrests are reported for Group A offenses. To learn more about the differences between NIBRS and the Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR), the formerly used Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) methodology, please visit https://www.fbi.gov/services/cjis/ucr/nibrs.

The following criteria is used to determine whether a crime should be designated as a Group A offense:

1. The seriousness or significance of the offense. 2. The frequency or volume of its occurrence. 3. The prevalence of the offense nationwide. 4. The probability of the offense being brought to law enforcement ’ s attention. 5. The likelihood that law enforcement is the best channel for collecting data regarding the offense. 6. The burden placed on law enforcement in collecting data on the offense. 7. The national statistical validity and usefulness of the collected data. 8. The national UCR Program ’ s responsibility to make crime data available not only to law enforcement but to others having a legitimate interest in it.

Group A offenses are categorized into one of three categories: 1) Crimes Against Persons, 2) Crimes Against Property, and 3) Crimes Against Society.

1) Crimes Against Persons = Scores one offense for each victim 2) Crimes Against Property = Scores one offense for each distinct operation

(except Motor Vehicle Theft / one offense is counted per stolen vehicle)

3) Crimes Against Society = Scores one offense for each violation

NIBRS Group A includes the following offenses:

• Destruction / Damage / Vandalism of Property

• Homicide Offenses

• Sex Offenses, Forcible

• Drug / Narcotic Offenses

• Sex Offenses, Non - forcible

• Embezzlement

• Robbery

• Extortion / Blackmail

• Assault Offenses

• Fraud Offenses

• Burglary / Breaking and Entering

• Gambling Offenses

• Larceny / Theft Offenses

• Kidnapping / Abduction

• Pornography / Obscene Material

• Motor Vehicle Theft

• Prostitution Offenses

• Arson

• Stolen Property Offenses

• Bribery

• Weapon Law Violations

• Counterfeiting / Forgery

• Animal Cruelty

• Human Trafficking

The following report provides details about Crimes Against Persons, Property, and Society.

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Citywide Group A crime decreased 5.0% in the Second Quarter of 2023 compared to the Second Quarter of 2022. Crimes Against Persons decreased 2.9% with 3,990 offenses reported in the Second Quarter, compared to 4,109 offenses in the Second Quarter of 2022. Crimes Against Property decreased 7.4% with 8,506 offenses reported in the Second Quarter compared to 9,187 in the Second Quarter of 2022. Crimes Against Society increased 5.6% with 1,342 offenses compared to 1,271 in 2022.

2023 2nd Quarter Citywide NIBRS Group A Offenses

Note: The crime categories are listed in alphabetical order for ease of reference rather than in order of importance. For NIBRS offense definitions, go to https:// ucr.fbi.gov/nibrs/2019/resource - pages/nibrs_offense_definitions - 2019.pdf

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2023 2nd Quarter Crime Rate The following table displays the crime rate for each NIBRS Group A offense per 100,000 population. In the Second Quarter of 2023 compared to the Second Quarter of 2022, the crime rate decreased 6.6%.

2023 2nd Quarter Crime Rate

Crime rate shown above uses the Fort Worth population estimate of 964,831 for 2022 and 981,370 for 2022 (U.S. Census Bureau, plus average annual rate since 2010). The population numbers are as of the end of 2021 and 2022. For NIBRS offense definitions, go to https://ucr.fbi.gov/nibrs/2019/resource - pages/ nibrs_offense_definitions - 2019.pdf

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Yearly Comparison

Citywide Crimes Against Persons, 2021 - 2023

Citywide Crimes Against Property, 2021 - 2023

Crime Prevention Strategies Commanders in each patrol division take preventative steps to address any increase in crime such as aggravated assaults, burglaries and motor vehicle thefts. All patrol divisions have strategic operating funds (SOF) used to address crime in their areas. Commanders work with the Real Time Crime Center, Crime Analysts, and Neighborhood Police Officers to identify emerging trends and hotspot areas. Commanders keep track of previous crime trends and put officers in those locations to prevent crime from occurring. There is constant collaboration with other units within the department including Gang, Narcotics, Vice, Homicide, Robbery, and Family Violence in an effort to reduce and solve crime. Chief Neil Noakes introduced the #FortWorthSafe strategy in 2021 and it continues into 2023. The crime reduction strategy focuses on violent crimes such as homicide, robbery, shootings and aggravated assault. Below are the strategy ’ s Goals and Objectives:

1. Decrease overall violent crime in the city by 10% in the next 12 months. 2. Focus on decreasing homicides, aggravated assaults and robberies. 3. Improve neighborhood conditions in areas experiencing most violent crime. 4. Improve police - community relations and communication.

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2023 2nd Quarter - Crimes Against Persons Crimes Against Persons decreased 2.9% overall in the Second Quarter of 2023 compared to the Second Quarter of 2022. There were decreases in human trafficking, kidnapping/abduction, and murder and nonnegligent manslaughter.

Murder & Nonnegligent Manslaughter and Negligent Manslaughter

Quarterly Stats

In the Second Quarter of 2023, homicide offenses decreased 25.8% with 23 homicide victims compared to 31 in the Second Quarter of 2022.

Fourteen of 23 incidents were the result of an argument/fight, seven had an unknown motive, one was reckless/negligence, and one was related to narcotics. One incident was a double homicide.

Seven of the 23 homicides have been filed. Suspects have been identified in 15 of the offenses.

Ten homicides occurred in Council District 11, three in Council Districts 7 and 8, two each in Council Districts 2, and 9, and one each in Council Districts 3, 5, and 6.

22 of the 23 homicides were by a firearm.

Homicide Prevention Strategies FWPD ’ s homicide prevention strategies involve various partnerships. Neighborhood Police Officers, the Victim Assistance Section, and One Safe Place provide outreach services to prevent domestic violence crimes that have the potential to turn into a homicide. In addition, the Homicide Unit works closely with the Crime Lab as policies have changed allowing for more timely entry of ballistic intelligence into the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearm's (ATF) National Integrated Ballistic Information Network (NIBIN) to more readily identify persons who may be involved in violent offenses. The Homicide Unit also continues to work with members of the Gang, Narcotics, and Robbery Units where other criminal activity may elevate to homicide.

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Assault Offenses

Aggravated Assault •

Approximately 30% were known to be domestic - related. 54% occurred within a residence, 22% on a highway, road, or in an alley, and 11% in parking lot/ garage.

Increased 0.7%

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Decreased

5.2%

Simple Assaults •

Decreased 1.8%

Approximately 57% were known to be domestic - related.

Intimidation To unlawfully place another person in reasonable fear of bodily harm through the use of threatening words and/or other conduct, but without displaying a weapon or an actual physical attack.

Aggravated Assault An unlawful attack by a person upon another person where the offender uses or displays a weapon in a threatening manner, or the victim suffers obvious severe or aggravated bodily injury.

Simple Assaults An unlawful physical attack by one person upon another where neither the offender displays a weapon, nor the victim suffers obvious severe or aggravated bodily injury.

Kidnapping/Abduction There were 55 kidnapping/abduction offenses in the Second Quarter of 2023 compared to 66 offenses in the Second Quarter of 2022, which is a 16.7% decrease.

Of the 55 kidnapping incidents this quarter, 42 were unlawful restraints, 6 were kidnappings, 7 were aggravated kidnappings.

Victim Relationship

Please refer to Texas Penal Code Title 5, Chapter 20 for full definitions, below are abbreviated defini- tions of each: • Unlawful restraint: Intentionally or knowingly [restraining] another person. • Kidnapping : knowingly [abducting] another person … not coupled with intent to use or to threaten to use deadly force. Intentionally or • Aggravated or knowingly [abducting] another person with the intent [for example] to hold him for ransom or reward … use him as a shield or hostage...inflict bodily injury. Kidnapping : Intentionally • Unlawful Transport : For pecuniary benefit [transporting] an individual in a manner that is designed to conceal the individual from … law enforcement authorities … and [creating] a substantial likelihood that the individual will suffer serious bodily injury or death.

Yes

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Sex Offenses

2 offense Non - forcible Non - forcible sex offenses increased from no offenses in the Second Quarter of 2022 to two offenses in the Second Quarter of 2023.

123 offenses Forcible, Other

162 offenses Forcible Rape Forcible Rape offenses increased 7.1% from 147

Other Forcible sex offenses increased 3.4% from 119 offenses in the Second Quarter of 2022 to 123 offenses in the Second Quarter of 2023.

offenses in the Second Quarter of 2022 to 162 offenses in the Second Quarter of 2023.

The offense was considered statutory rape, defined as nonforcible sexual intercourse with a person who is under the statutory age of consent.

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Approximately 74% were known offender - related. Approximately 48% of all victims were 17 years of age or under.

Approximately 53.7% of all victims were 17 years of age or under. Includes sodomy, sexual assault with an object, and forcible fondling.

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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 increased 13.7%. Number of cases assigned to the Domestic Violence Unit decreased 0.2%. Number of cases assigned to the Sex Crimes Unit increased 16.7%.

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Increased 13.7%

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Decreased 0.2%

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Increased 16.7%

Sex Crimes Unit The Sex Crimes Unit investigates and is assigned incidents of sexual

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.

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).

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.

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2023 2nd Quarter - Crimes Against Property In the Second Quarter of 2023, Crimes Against Property decreased 7.4% overall with 8,506 offenses reported compared to 9,187 offenses reported in the Second Quarter of 2022. In the Second Quarter, there were decreases in Arson, Larceny/Theft and Robbery.

Decreased 38.7%

No percent change

Decreased 3.5%

Decreased 21.9%

Decreased 9.6%

Decreased 44.4%

Decreased 33.3%

Decreased 3.6%

Decreased 13.5%

Increased 37.3%

Decreased 15%

Increased 8.2%

The following data provides additional information on Burglary/Breaking & Entering, Larceny/Theft, and Robbery offenses.

Burglary/Breaking and Entering

In the Second Quarter of 2023, burglary/breaking and entering offenses decreased 3.5% with 930 offenses reported compared to 964 offenses reported in the Second Quarter of 2022.

Burglary/Breaking and Entering Offenses by Location

Burglary/breaking and entering offenses decreased 8.6% in residential.

Burglary/breaking and entering offenses increased 34.7% in business.

Burglary/breaking and entering offenses decreased 20.7% in other locations.

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Larceny/Theft Offenses In the Second Quarter of 2023, the total number of Larceny/Theft offenses decreased 13.5% with 4,480 offenses reported compared to 5,181 offenses reported in the Second Quarter of 2022. Thefts from motor vehicles increased 11.7% from 1,304 offenses to 1,456. Thefts of motor vehicle parts or accessories decreased 87.7% compared to the Second Quarter of 2022.

2022 First Quarter Robbery Offenses 147 2021 First Quarter Robbery Offenses 180

Robbery Offenses

In the Second Quarter of 2023, robbery offenses decreased 15% compared to the Second Quarter of 2022.

Robbery detectives utilize resources within the FBI Task Force, U.S. Marshal Service, Intel Unit, Crime Stoppers, and the Crime Analysis Unit to develop leads. Social media and e - commerce transactions have led to several individual robberies. The Robbery Unit utilizes news media, social media, and Neighborhood Police Officers to remind the community who engage in online sales to remain aware of their surroundings and highly encourage the use of the following City of Fort Worth e - commerce trade site locations.

E - commerce trade site locations:

Please call the numbers listed to verify if the lobby is open . •

Bob Bolen Public Safety Complex – 505 W. Felix St. Lobby open Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. (817) 392 - 4200 • South Division – 3128 W. Bolt St. Lobby open Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. (817) 392 - 3400

• Northwest Division – 4651 N. Main St. Lobby open Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. (817) 392 - 4600 • East Division – 1100 Nashville Ave. Lobby open Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. (817) 392 - 4640

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2023 2nd Quarter - Crimes Against Society Crimes Against Society offenses are a reflection of the department ’ s mitigation and resolution strategies. Each violation is counted as one offense. In the Second Quarter of 2023, Crimes Against Society increased 5.6% overall with 1,342 offenses compared to 1,271 offenses reported in the Second Quarter of 2022. Animal Cruelty increased 47.1% with 50 offenses compared to 34 offenses in the Second Quarter of 2022.

Increased 47.1%

Increased 12%

Decreased 50.0%

Increased 16.4%

Decreased 13.8%

Decreased 10.9%

2023 2nd Quarter - Gang Unit Report In the Second Quarter of 2023, the number of cases assigned to the Gang Unit increased 2.9% with 140 cases assigned compared to 136 cases assigned in the Second Quarter of 2022. Assaults increased 8.2% and Drug/ Narcotics violations increased 8.3% compared to the Second Quarter of 2022.

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Gang Unit Report Continued

Comparison of Citywide Gang - Related Offenses, 2021 - 2023

Gang - Related Offenses by Patrol Division 2nd Quarter 2023 vs 2nd Quarter 2022

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Fort Worth City Council District Map

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Offenses By Council District Summary of Offenses By Council District