Baltimore, MD (January 1, 2026) – The Baltimore Police Department (BPD) is proud to announce landmark achievements in 2025, including record-low levels of violent crime, significant increases in hiring, historically low attrition rates, and continued implementation of reforms in accordance with the federal consent decree.

Homicides decreased by 31% (133 v.194) and non-fatal shootings declined by 24% (311 v. 412). Prior year figures reflect the updates to the process of counting historical homicides, which was adjusted under the FBI’s National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) earlier this year. The change results from the reclassification of historical homicides, placing them into the appropriate calendar year when the incident occurred. See more here.

Carjackings decreased by 37% this year compared to last year, while commercial robberies decreased by 16%. Following a comprehensive overhaul of the Citywide Robbery Unit, the agency closed the year with an overall robbery clearance rate of 44%, a 15-percent-point improvement over last year’s 29% for the unit.

“Public safety is our top priority, and I am incredibly proud of the men and women of the Baltimore Police Department whose determination and commitment continue to make a meaningful impact,” said Commissioner Richard Worley. “We understand that progress requires trust, collaboration, and sustained efforts. By working alongside our communities and partners, we will build on these successes to ensure every resident feels safe, supported, and secure.”

Overall NIBRS Group A crime declined by 10% compared to 2024, with all categories down, except for larcenies. This reduction is attributed to the Department’s continued restructuring and significant increases in clearance rates, many of which exceeded national averages. These improvements include the unification of investigative resources under the Criminal Investigation Division, daily crime calls and intelligence sharing, and the expanded use of data-driven deployments to address emerging crime trends. Collectively, these enhancements have improved coordination, accountability, and information sharing across the Department.

Sworn hiring increased from 164 in 2024 to 241 in 2025, representing 77 additional sworn hires and a 47% increase year over year. This growth reflects strong recruitment momentum driven by the Department’s new recruitment campaign. Local recruitment efforts have strengthened, with 46% of sworn hires coming from Baltimore City. The Department exceeded its gender diversity goal, as women accounted for 33% of hires in 2025, surpassing the 30x30 target. Cadet hiring also nearly doubled, increasing from 14 to 27, and professional hiring filled a record 598 professional positions.

Notably, the Department recorded a historic low attrition of 158 sworn members, representing a 14% reduction in officer separations, compared to 2024. This improvement is largely attributed to competitive pay increases, investments in modern equipment and technology, enhanced training, and the expansion of comprehensive health and wellness programs designed to support officers through the demands of modern-day policing.

“2025 was another year of incredible progress for our city and for the Baltimore Police Department," said Mayor Brandon M. Scott. “Each and every day, the men and women of BPD worked to hold individuals accountable for causing harm in our communities. They continued to restore trust with our residents—including by meeting additional requirements of the Consent Decree. And they helped us deliver on the comprehensive strategies that are driving down violence across our city. I often say it takes all of us to build a safer, healthier Baltimore, and I could not be more grateful for the role BPD has played in that work this year.”

The Department sustained compliance in two sections of the consent decree, with five additional sections currently in the sustainment period. More than 40% of the actionable sections of the consent decree are completed and the department worked alongside the Monitoring Team to file 10 annual and quarterly reports to include Use of Force Data Analysis, Supervision Assessment, Behavioral Health, Sexual Assault and more. Lastly, the Department revised its Crisis Intervention Plan, and more than 28% of patrol officers have completed Crisis Intervention Training (CIT), up from 21% the previous year.

2025 End-Year Key Highlights:

• Clearance Rates Above the National Average:

2025	2025	2024	National Average
Homicides	65%	69%	57.8%
Shootings	44%	45%	*
Robbery	44%	35%	27.6%
Aggravated Assaults	72%	60%	46.1%
Burglary	31%	24%	14.4%
Rape	31%	27%	26.9%
Arson	39%	34%	26.9%

* There is no national average for Non-fatal Shootings (NFS), as NFS is not a standalone category under NIBRS.

• Crime Lab: In 2025, BPD’s Forensic Science & Evidence Services Division enhanced forensic efficiency through real-time analysis and backlog reductions. The creation of the Rapid Analysis Unit accelerated DNA processing and expanded the Department’s forensic capabilities. Additionally, the division completed nearly 700 hours of outreach to include internship opportunities, a forensic science summer camp, career fairs, workshops and more.

 

• Community Engagements: BPD launched two new advisory boards: Youth and LGBTQIA, aimed at incorporating community and youth perspectives into daily operations, and enhance training to better equip members to serve all populations effectively.

 

• Youth Initiatives: The Junior Cadet Program reached full capacity, with 90 youth representing 20 Baltimore City high schools. The merger of the Youth and Community Partnership Division created new opportunities to enrich the Junior Cadet experience beyond required curriculum requirements. Youth engagement efforts expanded throughout the summer with initiatives including Summer Youth Engagement events, YouthWorks, Badges for Baseball, and a Youth Field Day.

 

• Youth Safety: Juvenile victims of homicides decreased by 78%, three in 2025 compared to14 in 2024.

 

• Gun Seizures: Over 2,480* firearms seized and 264* ghost guns, were seized. BPD attributes the decline in ghost gun seizures to changes in State Law and recent litigation. *As of December 27, 2025.

 

• Community Policing: Community policing initiatives advanced through the execution of 56 Multi-Agency Inspection Task Force (MAITF) blitzes. These coordinated, one-day efforts addressed environmental and service-related concerns in targeted neighborhoods aligned with priorities identified in Neighborhood Policing Plans (NPPs). The Department also expanded NPP programming through the development of a 12-week leadership series designed to equip community leaders with data-informed tools to strengthen neighborhood safety and cohesion.

 

• Proactive Policing: Proactive enforcement activities rose by 40%, with traffic enforcement and foot patrols increasing by 75% and 35%, respectively.

 

• Group Violence Unit: The unit investigated 11 groups identified as drivers of violence, which resulted in 78 criminal indictments. The unit made 343 arrests, seized 140 firearms and participated in 265 outreach efforts to individuals.

 

• Warrant Services: The Warrant Apprehension Task Force (WATF) served 28% more warrants in 2025 compared to 2024.

 

 

Attached is the 2025 Crime Statistics Executive Summary. Please note that some reports may cause some crime numbers to vary in the next few days.

 

BPD Mission Statement

The Baltimore Police Department is dedicated to upholding the Constitution and enforcing laws in a fair, impartial, and ethical manner. We commit to creating and maintaining a culture of service that builds trust and legitimacy in all communities, values the sanctity of human life, and provides for the safety and well-being of all.