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Jackson reports major drop in crime rates for 2025

By Kaitlin Howell Jan 5, 2026 | 11:37 AM

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Jackson Police Chief and Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones said the City of Jackson experienced “a meaningful and measurable reduction in crime” in 2025. According to Jones, violent crime decreased by 13.38%, property crime fell by 20.20%, and overall crime dropped by 18.86%. In total, 654 fewer crimes were reported compared […]