The Columbia Police Department has released its first annual report since 2009 and it shows that violent crime has dropped annually since 2021.
Violent crime consists of murder, robbery, aggravated assault and rape. The number has dropped from 652 in 2021 to 470 last year. CPD says there were four homicides in 2025, a decrease from the 13 in 2024.
The report also says there were more than 1,400 crashes in 2025, including three fatalities and more than 450 injuries along with a $73-million economic loss to the community.
Columbia Police chief Jill Schlude says an annual report is more than statistics: she says it’s a way to share the story of Columbia policing and highlight the accomplishments of those who serve.