McAllen crime rate drops to lowest levels recorded in 40 years, city says
· KRGV (NBC 5)
McAllen has achieved its lowest crime rate in 40 years, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. The McAllen Police Department's 2025 Uniform Crime Reporting data indicates a 21.4% decrease in the overall crime rate compared to 2024, with a notable 20.4% drop in crime volume. Since 1995, crime has decreased by approximately 81.4%. Significant reductions were seen in various categories, including a 75% decrease in murder and a 56% drop in auto theft. City officials, including Police Chief Victor Rodriguez and Mayor Javier Villalobos, credited community collaboration and police efforts for these improvements.
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