Monthly Crime Report
Near Southeast Crime Report — January 2026
25 reported incidents · Washington, DC · Source: DC MPD
Key Takeaways
- 25 incidents were reported in Near Southeast in January 2026.
- Theft (Other) was the most common offense (19 incidents, 76% of the month's total).
- Total incidents were up 4% versus December 2025 and down 38% versus January 2025.
- The biggest month-over-month change was Theft (Other), which rose from 17 to 19.
- This January was 44% below the 5-year historical average for the month (~44 incidents).
Monthly Crime Volume — Near Southeast
January Incidents by Year — Near Southeast
Offense Breakdown — Near Southeast
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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.