Baltimore Mayor celebrates significant reductions in the city's violent crime, with the lowest homicide rate in nearly 50 years and ongoing decreases in shootings.

BALTIMORE — Monday night, Mayor Brandon Scott, along with other city officials and the community, came together to honor the lives lost to violence last year. WATCH: Mayor Brandon Scott and community honors lives lost to violence in 2025

Other crime markers also fell significantly between 2024 and 2025, said Police Department Commissioner Richard Worley, citing a 25 percent reduction in nonfatal shootings, a 37 percent reduction in carjackings, a 28 percent reduction in robberies and a 29 percent reduction in arsons.

Baltimore City Mayor Brandon M. Scott highlights historic reductions in violent crime and outlines strategies for continued progress into 2026.

Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott is touting a historic year for the Charm City, especially in its fight against violent crime.

Mayor Brandon M. Scott announces staff changes to strengthen his team, including Tracy Falon King as Director of Communications.

Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott's leadership led to a historic decline in homicides and violent crime in 2025, earning him recognition as Person of the Year.

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Baltimore leaders say that the city's historic decline in violent crime is a reason to be encouraged, but their work is not complete.

Baltimore City Mayor partners with local nonprofits to provide permanent housing and support services for families facing or at risk of homelessness.