Overview: This report covers crime statistics for North Hollywood from October 13 to November 9, 2024. These statistics encompass the Laurelwood neighborhood but do not provide specific data for Laurelwood alone. Using a mix of Summary Reporting System (SRS) and National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) data, this analysis highlights trends in both person and property crimes.
Key Findings: Person Crimes
Homicide: The number of homicides increased from 1 to 2 during this period, a 100% rise, although the absolute number remains low.
Rape: Reports of rape dropped significantly by 57.1% (from 7 to 3), signaling a sharp decline.
Aggravated Assault: Incidents fell by 16.9% (from 59 to 49), reflecting a positive trend in reducing violent assaults. However, year-to-date totals are slightly higher than in 2023.
Robbery: Robberies saw a 57.1% increase (from 21 to 33), highlighting a recent spike in these incidents after a period of stability.
Overall Person Crimes: A slight decline of 1.1% (from 88 to 87) was observed. Year-to-date figures remain stable compared to 2023, but robbery trends merit attention.
Key Findings: Property Crimes
Burglary/Breaking & Entering: Numbers held steady at 62 cases, with no change from the previous period. Year-to-date totals are slightly down compared to 2023.
Motor Vehicle Theft: Increased by 21.3% (from 75 to 91), reversing a previous declining trend. Year-to-date data shows a 10.2% increase compared to 2023.
Theft from Motor Vehicles (TFMV): Decreased by 12.1% in this period (from 107 to 94), though year-to-date totals remain higher than in 2022 and 2023.
Larceny-Theft Offenses: Dropped by 31.9% (from 141 to 96), showing a significant improvement.
Overall Property Crimes: Total property crimes decreased by 10.9% (from 385 to 343), driven by declines in larceny-theft offenses and theft from motor vehicles. However, motor vehicle thefts show concerning growth trends.
Year-to-Date Comparison (2024 vs. Previous Years)
Person Crimes: Year-to-date totals for person crimes (985 cases) are slightly higher than in 2023 (975 cases) and align closely with 2022 (985 cases).
Property Crimes: Year-to-date totals (4,754 cases) show a slight improvement over 2023 (4,846 cases) but remain higher than 2022 (4,454 cases).
Combined Person & Property Crimes: Total crimes are down 1.4% from 2023 but remain 4.8% higher than 2022, indicating gradual improvement.
Recommendations for North Hollywood and Laurelwood Residents
Stay Vigilant Against Vehicle Theft: With motor vehicle thefts on the rise, residents should prioritize securing vehicles, using anti-theft devices, and parking in well-lit areas.
Enhance Home Security: Burglary rates remain steady, so residents should ensure homes are well-secured with locks, alarms, and surveillance systems.
Be Cautious of Robberies: With robberies spiking, avoid walking alone at night and stay alert in public spaces.
Community Engagement: Participation in neighborhood watch programs can help reduce property and person crimes collectively.
This period’s data reflects encouraging declines in some areas, such as larceny and theft from motor vehicles, but rising motor vehicle thefts and robberies highlight areas of concern. Continued vigilance and community action remain crucial to enhancing safety in North Hollywood, including Laurelwood.
