IRVING POLICE DEPARTMENT

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Irving Reports Another

Record-Low Crime Rate for 2010

With one day left in 2010, the Irving Police Department is reporting that crime in Irving has declined for the
seventh consecutive year. Irving’s crime rate decreased an additional 8.4 percent, with the greatest reduction
in the robbery category. Nearly every crime category, including property and violent crimes, was reduced.

The Irving Police Department attributes the crime reductions to strong neighborhoods, proactive policing
focusing on addressing known offenders, and strong code enforcement, especially as it relates to apartment
communities. Notable decreases occurred in the following crime categories:
• Robbery – 22.3 percent decrease
• Auto Theft – 21.9 percent decrease
• Burglary – 15.6 percent decrease
• Burglary of a Motor Vehicle – 11.3 percent decrease

Irving has not experienced a crime rate increase since 2003. With the continued crime reductions, Irving’s
crime rate set new record lows each of the past four years. In 2007, Irving reported the lowest crime rate in its
recorded history and the crime rate has continued to set new record lows each year, including 2010.

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Sent from: John Argumaniz, Public Information Officer, Irving Police Department, (972) 721-3515 (v) - (972) 721-2567 (fax)