Monthly Crime Report
Shaw Crime Report — May 2026
52 reported incidents · Washington, DC · Source: DC MPD
Key Takeaways
- 52 incidents were reported in Shaw in May 2026.
- Theft (Other) was the most common offense (29 incidents, 56% of the month's total).
- Total incidents were up 16% versus April 2026 and down 45% versus May 2025.
- The biggest month-over-month change was Theft (Other), which rose from 24 to 29.
- This May was 46% below the 5-year historical average for the month (~96 incidents).
Monthly Crime Volume — Shaw
May Incidents by Year — Shaw
Offense Breakdown — Shaw
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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.