Mid-year Statistics Show Continued Decrease in Crime
Published on July 29, 2025
The Cheyenne Police Department (CPD) is releasing mid-year crime data, which shows a continued downward trend in crime across the city. According to a six-month analysis, crime decreased by 15% citywide between January 1 and June 30, 2025, compared to the same period in 2024.
This marks the second consecutive year of reductions in crime. In 2024, the CPD reported a 20% decrease in overall crime during the same timeframe.
As recommended by the FBI, the CPD’s data collection is compliant with the National Incident Based Reporting System (NIBRS). The FBI has made nationwide implementation of NIBRS a top priority for law enforcement agencies to gather more useful statistics, promoting constructive discussion, measured planning, and informed policing.
The data is derived from NIBRS “Group A Offenses” which do not differentiate between felonies and misdemeanors. The offenses are categorized by Crimes Against Property, Crimes Against Persons, and Crimes Against Society.
To learn more about crimes included in these categories, visit: https://www.fbi.gov/file-repository/ucr/nibrs-quick-facts.pdf/view
According to Cheyenne Police Department data compared across the noted period:
- Crimes Against Property decreased 20%
- Crimes Against Society decreased 19%
- Crimes Against People increased 3%
- Overall crime is down 15% in Cheyenne
Crimes Against Property:
Most categories related to larceny/theft are showing a decrease in 2025.
There is a 67% reduction in theft of motor vehicle parts, with 18 incidents reported in 2025, and 30 during the same time frame last year.
Motor vehicle theft is also down 4% citywide, from 74 incidents in 2024 to 71 in 2025.
Shoplifting is declining by 26%, and reports of vandalism and burglary are also trending downward.
Crimes Against People:
Violent crime rates in Cheyenne remain low; however, crimes against persons are increasing slightly. There is a 6% uptick in simple assault and a 2% decrease in aggravated assault.
Crimes Against Society:
Crimes Against Society are down 19%. Drug-related offenses have dropped 24%, and weapons violations have fallen by 13%.
This mid-year data follows the 2024 year-end report which was released in March 2025.
Chief Mark Francisco credits the decline in crime to a proactive policing strategy and a culture of public support for law enforcement.
“We are pleased to see a continued reduction in crime across the city,” said Chief Mark Francisco. “This progress reflects the impact of our crime prevention programs and strong community partnerships. As of right now, these tactics appear to be having a positive effect, and we will continue working hard to finish the year strong.”
View the full report below:
2025-Mid-year-Statistics.pdf(PDF, 103KB)