Crime Rates Drop In Bridgeport, Police Chief Says

BRIDGEPORT, CT — Bridgeport Police Chief Roderick Porter this week announced that the city has seen "a substantial reduction in overall crime for the first half of 2025, based on statistics from the department’s Biannual Crime Review.

Compared to the same period in 2024, total Part I crimes which include murder, sexual assault, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, and motor vehicle theft, have decreased by 22.83 percent.

The most notable declines include:

• Robbery: Down 46.79 percent
• Aggravated Assault: Down 27.94 percent
• Burglary: Down 22.93 percent
• Sexual Assault: Down 30.30 percent
• Murder: Down 60 percent

"This progress is the result of strategic policing, increased community engagement, and the dedicated efforts of our officers," Chief Porter said in a statement. "We remain committed to proactive policing and building trust throughout our neighborhoods."

The review also shows "promising trends in public safety beyond traditional crime statistics," according to Porter:

• Fatal traffic accidents are down by 87.5 percent
• Fatal shooting incidents are down by 60 percent
• Firearm recoveries remain consistent, with over 100 firearms taken off the streets in the first half of the year

"These numbers reflect a safer Bridgeport," Porter said. "But we know the work doesn’t stop here. Continued collaboration with community members is key to keeping crime down and strengthening public trust."

The Bridgeport Police Department will continue to analyze data, adjust strategies, and prioritize transparency as it moves into the second half of the year.