Monthly Crime Report
Ward 4 Crime Report — May 2026
241 reported incidents · Washington, DC · Source: DC MPD
Key Takeaways
- 241 incidents were reported in Ward 4 in May 2026.
- Theft (Other) was the most common offense (102 incidents, 42% of the month's total).
- Total incidents were up 39% versus April 2026 and down 1% versus May 2025.
- The biggest month-over-month change was Theft from Auto, which rose from 21 to 74.
- This May was 5% below the 5-year historical average for the month (~254 incidents).
Monthly Crime Volume — Ward 4
May Incidents by Year — Ward 4
Offense Breakdown — Ward 4
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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.