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Colorado sees steep drop in crime as homicides, auto thefts decline
Colorado experienced significant declines in violent and property crime in 2025, with homicides dropping 16.8% and motor vehicle thefts falling 36.8%. Governor Jared Polis attributed the reductions to data-driven public safety initiatives. However, Denver saw a 35% rise in homicides in 2026 despite overall statewide declines.
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- Crime in Denver is down almost across the board, except for homicides
- Denver sees sharp increase in homicides as overall crime continues to fall
- Colorado State Patrol reports significant decline in motor vehicle thefts
- Officials: Auto thefts continue to decline in Colorado
- Auto theft numbers down, Colorado still ranks high