March 2023: Clovis Property Crime Statistics

Contributed by Clovis Police

Below is information regarding property crimes in Clovis for March 2023. These March numbers are considered in the normal range, however theft reports have decreased slightly. CPD needs you to call us when you're the victim of a crime to report it. Any leads will be followed up on when possible, and we use these crime statistics to allocate our patrol officers and resources. Please remember to lock your doors, set your alarms, and call us immediately if you see something suspicious! Typically we will see an increase in mail theft during winter months due to tax season. Please check your mail daily.

Remember that a neighbor's surveillance camera may have recorded the suspect of a crime. Communicate with your neighbors, and make a police report when crimes occur. If we know what crime is occurring in your neighborhoods, we are more prepared to combat it.

Crime Prevention Tips:

• Use motion sensor outdoor lighting or keep driveway lights on at night.

• Always lock your doors & roll your windows up.

• When parking at night, park in well-lit areas.

• Call us immediately when you see a crime in progress at 911.

• Get info on creating a Clovis Community Watch neighborhood in your area if one is not organized already. Get info here: https://cityofclovis.com/.../police.../ crime-prevention/

Crimes Explained:

• A residential burglary occurs when someone enters a home to commit a crime, such as stealing property. Doors do not have to be locked even though we recommend it at all times for your safety. This is a felony.

• A vehicle burglary occurs when someone breaks into a locked vehicle, with their windows rolled up, and steals property. This is a felony.

• A theft from an unlocked vehicle is just that - Either a door is unlocked or a window is rolled down enough for someone to steal something without having to force their way inside. This is a misdemeanor if less than $950 worth of items are stolen. It's a felony if more than $950 worth of items is stolen.

• A theft of vehicle parts includes catalytic converters, tailgates, license plates, and other similar parts on the outside of the vehicle.

March 2023: Residential Burglaries: 8

Vehicle Burglaries: 9

Theft from Unlocked Vehicles: 10

Thefts of Vehicle Parts: 22

How do they compare?

February 2023 (Last month):

Residential Burglaries: 19

Vehicle Burglaries: 10

Theft from Unlocked Vehicles: 9

Thefts of Vehicle Parts: 11

March 2022 (Last year):

Residential Burglaries: 12

Vehicle Burglaries: 28

Theft from Unlocked Vehicles: 28

Thefts of Vehicle Parts: 24

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As always, stay safe, stay vigilant, and have a great day, Clovis!