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Crime is falling, but not gone Data shows improvement, but challenges remain as policing evolves and communities weigh safety and surveillance By Staff ROANOKE, Va. (AP) — On a spring morning in ...
Overall crime in Roanoke dropped 23% in the first quarter of 2026 compared to the same period last year, police said Thursday.
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - The Roanoke Police Department is working to address a rise in homicides while expanding its crime-fighting technology, though funding questions remain around the city’s new crime ...
The Roanoke Police Department (RPD) says crime is down 23% citywide year-over-year through March, highlighted by a 28% decrease in violent crime, and “strong improvements” in ...
MSN: Roanoke police ‘Chief Walk’ in NW aims to build trust and reduce crime
Roanoke police ‘Chief Walk’ in NW aims to build trust and reduce crime
WDBJ: Roanoke Police ‘Chief Walk’ in NW aims to build trust and reduce crime
“Total crime is down 23%,” Chief Scott Booth said. But according to the Roanoke Police Department’s Q1 crime report, homicides remain unchanged from this time last year. “Sadly, 7 folks have lost ...
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