Monthly Crime Report
Deanwood Crime Report — May 2026
38 reported incidents · Washington, DC · Source: DC MPD
Key Takeaways
- 38 incidents were reported in Deanwood in May 2026.
- Theft (Other) was the most common offense (11 incidents, 29% of the month's total).
- Total incidents were up 31% versus April 2026 and down 38% versus May 2025.
- The biggest month-over-month change was Motor Vehicle Theft, which rose from 2 to 7.
- This May was 34% below the 5-year historical average for the month (~58 incidents).
Monthly Crime Volume — Deanwood
May Incidents by Year — Deanwood
Offense Breakdown — Deanwood
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Incident counts reflect reported MPD crimes for the calendar month and are subject to revision. Historical activity, not a prediction of future safety.