Pleasant Hill Police record 72 arrests in November 2024
PLEASANT HILL, CA (Dec. 19, 2024) — The Pleasant Hill Police Department released its monthly crime statistics for November 2024, providing a detailed overview of criminal activity and law enforcement responses. Here’s a breakdown of the key data from the report:
The department received 1,889 calls for service in November, contributing to a yearly total of 21,715 calls. This figure marks a 7.1% decrease in overall calls compared to the same period in 2023, reflecting a potential improvement in public safety or efficiency in resource allocation.
- Property Crimes:
Larcenies, including shoplifting, theft from vehicles, bike thefts, and purse snatching, remained the most common property crimes, with 128 incidents reported (an 82% share of total property crimes). Residential burglaries saw 3 incidents while businesses reported 7. Auto thefts numbered 18. - Person Crimes:
There were 2 aggravated assaults and 1 rape incident. Robberies stood at 2 cases.
Traffic and Other Violations
Traffic-related violations formed a significant portion of law enforcement activity.
- Non-injury traffic accidents accounted for 78% of incidents in this category, indicating an increase from the prior month.
- Drunk driving incidents totaled 4.
- Fortunately, no fatal traffic accidents were reported in November.
Arrests, citations and notable trends
Law enforcement made 72 arrests during November. Of these, 22% were felony arrests, while 78% involved misdemeanor charges. Adults accounted for 100% of those arrested. The department issued 50 traffic citations this month with only 8 considered dangerous circumstances.
There were no homicides or hate crimes reported in November, maintaining a positive note for the community’s safety. However, increases in some categories, such as non-injury traffic accidents, suggest areas for continued focus in road safety measures.
Overall, the November 2024 crime statistics for Pleasant Hill showed decreases only in residential burglaries. The Pleasant Hill Police Department’s ongoing efforts appear to be making an impact, as reflected in the year-over-year decrease in service calls. Continued collaboration between the police and the community will be essential in addressing areas of concern and maintaining public safety.