St. Louis County Sees Crime Drop of 8.5 Percent in 2025

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. — St. Louis County Police Chief Kenneth Gregory announced Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026, a steady decline in major crimes within the department’s jurisdiction, with an overall 8.5 percent reduction in major offenses in 2025 compared to the previous year.

The department reported significant decreases across nearly all crime categories, including a 9.6 percent drop in homicides and a 10.5 percent decline in aggravated assaults. Crimes against persons fell by 6.6 percent. The Bureau of Crimes Against Persons investigated 45 homicides in 2025 — 38 in unincorporated areas and contracted patrol zones, and seven in municipal areas — down from 64 homicides in 2024. The bureau’s homicide clearance rate for 2025 was 104 percent, a figure that includes cases from previous years.

Property crimes decreased by 10.1 percent, while societal crimes declined 6.7 percent. This marks the fourth consecutive year of overall crime reduction in St. Louis County.

Chief Gregory attributed the positive trend to the department’s strategic initiatives, including the Regional Information and Intelligence Center, Violent Crime Initiative, Regional Special Enforcement details, and community-focused engagement programs.

“I am very proud of our patrol officers, detectives, and support personnel because this decrease emphasizes their continued dedication and commitment to the community,” Gregory said. “It is a great accomplishment to have a reduction in crime reported from the previous year. Our emphasis has been and will continue to be to ensure the safety of everyone within St. Louis County.”

St. Louis County Executive Sam Page also expressed support for the department’s efforts, stating, “I am proud of our Police Department and the continued work our officers do to make our communities safer. Public safety is our top priority, and we will continue our robust investment to keep our neighborhoods, schools, and businesses safe.”

The St. Louis County Police Department encourages residents to report crimes by calling or texting 911. For non-emergencies, the department can be reached at 636-529-8210.

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