Monthly Crime Report
Ward 1 Crime Report — May 2026
299 reported incidents · Washington, DC · Source: DC MPD
Key Takeaways
- 299 incidents were reported in Ward 1 in May 2026.
- Theft (Other) was the most common offense (177 incidents, 59% of the month's total).
- Total incidents were up 23% versus April 2026 and up 5% versus May 2025.
- The biggest month-over-month change was Theft (Other), which rose from 142 to 177.
- This May was 13% below the 5-year historical average for the month (~343 incidents).
Monthly Crime Volume — Ward 1
May Incidents by Year — Ward 1
Offense Breakdown — Ward 1
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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.