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Mesa Arizona Crime Stats - Crime Drops As Public and Police Talk! 2007-2008

For those living in Mesa, Arizona and those thinking of moving to Mesa, credit for a large crime drop apparently is attributed, at least in part, to Mesa police Chief George Gascón who first came to the city from Los Angeles in July 2006. The East Valley Tribune reported today, April 16, 2008, that the Mesa Police Department's policy on discussing officer-involved shootings was simple:
    "We didn't talk to anybody," Gascón said.
    Because Gascón believes that an informed community is a safer community, he began holding public meetings not only for officer-involved shootings, but also after every violent incident.
    Mesa's crime rate is its lowest in 10 years, Gascón announced Tuesday during a news conference at the police department. Last year, 48.1 people out of every 1,000 became victims of crimes, compared with 77.6 five years ago. That trend appears to be continuing in 2008, with crimes down 8.5 percent this year from Criminals where they were last year.
      "We have not had better communication with the community in the 22 years I've been here," assistant police chief John Meza said."

A graph comparing the crime stats are below. A complete read of the article can be found here:

Mesa Crime stats

As a resident of Mesa, Arizona, it is important to me to be aware of what is going on in and around my community. Lower crime rates are important when deciding whether or not to move into this area or not. Many of the crimes committed in Mesa, are generally in the western half of Mesa - which is older. There are duplexes and multiple housing units which is important to those commuting as well as those investing.

Mesa plans to revitalize much of the area, and there are many great stores, forums, and shopping and light rail is planned for the west side. West Mesa is much closer to downtown Phoenix and the 101 and 202.

Great investment opportunities are still available in Mesa - east or west, south or north. It is a huge metropolitan area, and a great place to live!!!

Mesa, Arizona Real Estate. Call me at: 480.216-3334 for information on purchasing or selling a home in Mesa, Arizona or surrounding towns. OR email me: Teri@TeriEllis.com. Feel free to visit one of my websites: HomesAzRE.com, MoveToMesaAz.com or MoveToSunnyAz.com. Or stop by my blogs at: MesaAzRealEstateVoice; or Phoenix Valley Real Estate Blog

Posted by **Mesa, Arizona Real Estate** Teri Ellis, Broker, CRS, ABR, GRI, ePRO on 04/16/2008 08:07 PM

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9 Comments on Mesa Arizona Crime Stats - Crime Drops As Public and Police Talk! 2007-2008

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Sometimes crime stats, and I'm not saying this is the case here, are changed. The manner in which they are reported changes. And the types of categories changes. So the stats show lower numbers, but they aren't comparing apples to apples from the previous reports. Just sayin . . . and now I am slinking away . . .

Elizabeth, just sayin --- and then you had to slink? away ? You're right - for once! ;-) Just sharing the news, no matter what! ;-)

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I totally agree with the west Mesa angle... it's primed for a renaissance with the light rail coming in. I can hardly wait to see what it will look like in the next few years.

Hi Teri,
I hope that the stats are reflective of lower incidents. I believe that any law enforcement department that can communicate with its community in a positive way is certainly going in the right direction.

Hi Teri always good to hear some good news for a change! Hopefully the stats will continue on a postive note.

Chuck, I know. I love downtown Mesa and it's refurbishment! Can't wait to see it when they're finished revamping. ;-)

Cynthia, communication is key. Apparently this tactic is working here in Mesa.;-)

Bill, compared to many large cities, Mesa isn't that bad....but it is a huge family community, and this type of news is a good thing. ;-)

This is certainly good new for your Mesa Community! Your Maricopa County Sheriff was in the news this week for his effective, albeit controversial, methods for lowering crime rates. Congratulations!

Diane, Joe Arpaio is something else. I personally like his "style." ;-) Thanks for coming by. ;-)

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You would think other area police chiefs would hold public meetings too! Great results!!!

Jeff, I agree. Perhaps his experience in Los Angeles helped his thinking process? ;-)

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