Mayor Kapszukiewicz and Police Chief Braun Announce Third-Quarter 2026 Crime Statistics

Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz and Toledo Police Chief Kevin Braun announced the City of Toledo's third-quarter 2026 crime statistics during a press conference at the Safety Building, highlighting decreases in several major crime categories compared to the same period in 2025. From January 1 through September 30, homicides declined by 26.7%, robberies decreased by 18.9%, and auto thefts fell by 6.4%.

Key improvements include:
• Homicides: Down 26.7% (22 in 2026 vs. 30 in 2025)
• Robberies: Decreased by 18.9% (185 in 2026 vs. 228 in 2025)
• Theft from Motor Vehicles: Dropped by 8% (694 in 2026 vs. 754 in 2025)
• Auto Thefts: Decreased by 6.4% (845 in 2026 vs. 903 in 2025)

Other categories showed increases, including burglaries, which rose by 1.3% (977 in 2026 vs. 964 in 2025), and persons shot in non-self-inflicted incidents, which increased by 18.6% (134 in 2026 vs. 113 in 2025).

These statistics reflect progress in several areas of public safety while showing that there is still work to do. The City continues to take a comprehensive approach to safety through investments in neighborhoods, community partnerships, violence prevention, economic opportunity, and support for law enforcement. Residents also play an important role by staying engaged, reporting concerns, and working alongside police and community partners to help make Toledo safer.

"Public safety is about more than responding to crime. It is about building a community where people feel safe in their neighborhoods, where families have opportunities to succeed, and where residents have a voice in shaping their future," Mayor Kapszukiewicz said.

"We are investing in Toledo because safer neighborhoods require a commitment that goes beyond policing. The reductions in several major crime categories show progress, but we know our work is not finished. We need residents, businesses, community organizations, and law enforcement working together to keep moving in the right direction."

"These numbers show progress, and I want to recognize the officers who are out there doing this work every day. We're seeing fewer homicides, robberies, and vehicle thefts, but we also know too many people are still being affected by gun violence. My focus is on supporting our officers and continuing to make Toledo a safer place to live," Chief Kevin Braun said.

Public safety is a shared responsibility, and the City will continue working with residents and community partners to build safer neighborhoods and a stronger Toledo for everyone.

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