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By the People, for the People
Baltimore County Police Chief Touts Decline in Violent Crime
McCullough credits strong community partnerships and dedicated officers for 5-year low in violent offenses.
Mar. 23, 2026 at 8:35pm
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Baltimore County Police Department Chief Robert McCullough reported that the county saw its lowest levels of violent crime in five years in 2025, with a 93% clearance rate for homicides and a 95% clearance rate for non-fatal shootings. McCullough attributed the decline to the hard work of police officers and strong relationships with community groups and businesses.
Why it matters
The drop in violent crime in Baltimore County is significant, as the region has historically faced challenges with public safety. McCullough's comments suggest that a multi-pronged approach focused on community engagement and effective policing tactics can yield positive results.
The details
According to McCullough, the Baltimore County Police Department has made progress in addressing violent crime through the dedication of its officers and by fostering strong partnerships with local community associations, businesses, and other stakeholders. The department has also seen high clearance rates for homicides and non-fatal shootings, indicating that investigators are effectively solving these serious cases.
- In 2025, Baltimore County recorded its lowest levels of violent crime in five years.
The players
Robert McCullough
The Chief of the Baltimore County Police Department, who spoke about the decline in violent crime in the county.
What they’re saying
“I'd like to give credit to the men and women that are doing the work. Our police officers, our detectives, they do tremendous work.”
— Robert McCullough, Baltimore County Police Chief
“Things happen everywhere, but when things happen in Baltimore County, our citizens can rest assured that our detectives, whether it's our violent crimes unit or our homicide detectives, or even burglary and carjacking, we're on it right away.”
— Robert McCullough, Baltimore County Police Chief
What’s next
McCullough said the department will continue to focus on addressing organized social media-driven meetups that are intended to cause disturbances, indicating that they will target the organizers of these events.
The takeaway
The decline in violent crime in Baltimore County is a positive development, and it appears to be the result of a multi-faceted approach that includes dedicated police work, strong community partnerships, and a focus on addressing the root causes of criminal activity.
