The Richardson Police Department’s presented its 2025 Annual Review at Monday’s City Council meeting, providing an overview of department operations, staffing and recruitment efforts, community engagement activities, new programs, and crime trends over the past year.
The report showed significant decreases in crime across the city, with total violent and property crimes down 23.5 percent compared to 2024. Notable reductions included a 55.9 percent drop in auto theft and a 56.3 percent decrease in robberies involving individuals. Overall crime in Richardson has declined by more than 50 percent since 2021, continuing a multi-year downward trend. The most commonly reported offense remained burglary of a motor vehicle, with 57 percent of cases involving unlocked vehicles.
The department is also expanding programs focused on community support and crisis response. RPD is preparing to launch a new Crisis Intervention Program to assist individuals experiencing a crisis or living with mental health conditions. Additional initiatives include a Handle with Care program in partnership with local schools to support children exposed to trauma, as well as continued collaboration through the Crisis Intervention Team with Methodist Richardson Medical Center and the Homeless Engagement Liaison Program.
Monday’s presentation: Video
