Monthly Crime Report
Howard University Crime Report — February 2026
65 reported incidents · Washington, DC · Source: DC MPD
Key Takeaways
- 65 incidents were reported in Howard University in February 2026.
- Theft (Other) was the most common offense (37 incidents, 57% of the month's total).
- Total incidents were up 3% versus January 2026 and down 28% versus February 2025.
- The biggest month-over-month change was Theft (Other), which fell from 41 to 37.
- This February was 43% below the 5-year historical average for the month (~114 incidents).
Monthly Crime Volume — Howard University
February Incidents by Year — Howard University
Offense Breakdown — Howard University
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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.