Each quarter the Mesa County Sheriff’s Office Intelligence Unit reports the latest crime trend occurring in the community. We hope this information is valuable for community members and used to make informed decisions regarding public safety. Each report will include an analysis of the crime trend and an actionable crime prevention tip for community members to work in partnership with deputies to reduce crime.
Crime Trends for November
While overall crime is down 8.02% in Mesa County, the Sheriff's Office is seeing an increase of 20.54% in preventable crimes* compared to this time last year. The number of stolen cars has increased by 64% compared to this time last year.
Preventable Crimes
| Crime Type |
# of Cases Year to Date |
Change from 2019 |
| Theft |
450 |
+10.91% |
| Criminal Mischief |
225 |
+18.58% |
| Theft from Auto |
192 |
+27.22% |
| Burglary |
196 |
+25.70% |
| Auto Theft |
105 |
+64.71% |
*Preventable Crimes include Theft, Criminal Mischief, Theft from Auto, Burglary, and Auto Theft
Preventing stolen cars is as easy as locking your car and storing the keys inside your home. __% of recent car thefts, the car was left unlocked, and/or the keys were left inside. We know thieves look for easy opportunities when looking to commit a crime. Often when faced with a locked car, thieves simply move on to the next car, the next neighborhood.
As we move into colder temperatures, be mindful of running your car in your driveway. Remember, leaving your car running while unattended and unlocked or “puffing,” is against the law. Remote starts where your car is locked and secure are allowed.
