The City of Orlando has achieved substantial declines in crime across multiple categories over the past three years, according to data released by the Orlando Police Department.
A comparison of crime statistics from 2023 to 2025 shows the following reductions citywide:
- Homicides: Decreased from 31 in 2023 to 10 in 2025, a 68% reduction. The 2025 total marks the lowest number recorded since the department began tracking homicides in 1971.
- Shootings: Fell from 267 to 157, a 41% decrease.
- Violent Crime: Reduced from 6,754 to 5,928, a 12% decrease.
- Burglaries: Dropped from 4,075 to 2,366, a 42% decrease.
- Motor Vehicle Thefts: Declined from 1,439 to 760, a 47% decrease.
- Weapon Violations: Decreased from 1,060 to 630, a 41% decrease.
- Overall Crime: Reduced from 35,188 to 27,351, a 22% decrease.
During the period from 2023 through 2025, the Orlando Police Department seized a total of 3,643 crime guns.
These reductions align with broader national trends in violent crime decreases, as noted in reports from the Major Cities Chiefs Association. The progress is attributed to proactive policing strategies, targeted enforcement to remove illegal firearms, and community partnerships.
Under Chief Eric Smith, the department has emphasized visible patrols, crime prevention, and direct resident engagement. Quarterly community meetings and ongoing dialogue with neighborhood leaders have supported information sharing and cooperation.
“Our mission is simple: prevent crime, protect people, and keep our neighborhoods safe,” Chief Smith stated. “That means officers being visible, taking action, and building trust in the community. These numbers show that approach is working.”
Chief Smith added, “Crime doesn’t go down without effort on all sides. This progress reflects the hard work of our officers and the support of a community that cares about where it lives.”
The Orlando Police Department plans to continue these strategies, adapt to emerging trends, and collaborate with the community to maintain public safety.
