MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) – The Memphis Police Department said Thursday the city made measurable gains in public safety in 2025, reporting sharp declines in several major crime categories and fewer than 200 murders for the first time since 2019.
MPD released statistics showing notable year-over-year reductions across violent and property crimes:
- 48% decrease in carjackings
- 50% reduction in interstate shootings
- 22% decrease in aggravated assaults
- 31% drop in robberies
- 26% decrease in murders
According to the department, the city recorded fewer than 200 homicides in 2025 — a milestone officials called significant as it is the first time the total has dipped below that mark since 2019…