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With the closing of another year I once again take pride in presenting the Grapevine Police Department’s Annual Report for 2012. This report provides an opportunity for our constituents to reflect on the successes of the past year as well as looking forward to the expectations for the year to come. I am particularly proud of the continued reduction in overall crime despite the fiscal challenges and the increased visitor population in our community.

The Grapevine Police Department is comprised of 135 dedicated men and women committed to providing a safe environment for the citizens and visitors alike. They are steadfast in their desire to provide exemplary customer service while keeping the community safe and maintaining the trust of our citizens. In 2012 their efforts were successful in lowering overall Part 1 crime by 10.5%.

The FBI Uniform Crime Report divides Part 1 crime into two categories; Property Crime and Violent Crime. In 2012 the City of Grapevine had 58 violent crimes reported. That is a 32.5% reduction from the 86 crimes reported in 2011. There were 1,303 property crimes reported in 2012 which is a 9.1% reduction from the 1,434 reported in 2011.

Looking further into the data, the most dramatic reduction can be found in the area of Auto Theft. Over the last 2 years we have had a 50% reduction in Auto Thefts. In 2010 there were 144 vehicles reported stolen in the City and in 2012 that number had been reduced to 72. This is a significant reduction considering the number of vehicles coming into the city every single day.

These significant accomplishments give me tremendous pride and gratitude for the creativity and commitment of the men and women who make up the Grapevine Police Department. Their efforts are greatly appreciated.

In November 2012 the citizens of Grapevine also voiced their support for the work of this department when they overwhelmingly approved a bond proposition calling for the construction of a new Public Safety facility. That measure was passed by 77% of the voters.

With that, I would like to thank you, the citizens, for supporting our department throughout the year. Your willingness to partner with us has helped to keep Grapevine safe. I hope that you find this years’ Annual Report informative and helpful. Please clink link for direct access to our 2012 Annual Report: http://www.grapevinetexas.gov/DocumentCenter/View/763

Respectfully,
Eddie Salame
Chief of Police