Overall Crime Down in 2023
We know NOCUPP is an organization with the goal of crime prevention within the 10 neighborhoods that we serve. Our greatest success is impossible to measure – the number of crimes that have been prevented. So, we are pleased and proud whenever we see a reduction in crime such as this.
We are proud to report that overall major crime is down. Sadly, Motor Vehicle Theft is up. Crime in our neighborhoods continues to be mainly Theft (porch pirates) and Motor Vehicle Theft.
BREAK-IN ALERT
In recent weeks, North Oak Cliff has seen a significant rise in break-ins of detached garages where entry is gained from alleys. Some of the break-ins have been accomplished by removing wood side boards from the garages and others have had cut locks.
Because alleys are less travelled than city streets and detached garages are separated from living quarters, it becomes an attractive target for potential thieves. Alleys where there is significant foliage or plant growth make the target even more attractive.
NOCUPP has requested that its patrol officers drive down alleys in response to break ins.