Summary
Rochester's crime rates have hit a 15-year low through the first nine months of 2026, marking a major win for local safety. If you live or work in the city, this means noticeably safer neighborhoods and less hassle on a daily basis.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 5
Impact analysis
Lower crime usually means a boost in property values and local business, keeping your hard-earned money working for you.
Local residents and business owners get to enjoy safer streets and peace of mind.
No groups negatively affected
Mentions & discussions (7)
Two teens shot in downtown Rochester, several people in custody
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Two teenagers were injured in a shooting in downtown Rochester Saturday night, according to the Rochester Police Department. Police said officers responded to the area of Main and Stone streets around 8 p.m. for a report of a...
Argument leads to shooting of man on Park Avenue
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — An argument on Park Avenue escalated into a shooting, which sent one man to the hospital early Monday morning. Around 2 a.m., officers were dispatched to the scene near Meigs Street for reports of gunfire. They found evidence...
NY tops 10,000 guns collected as Rochester fights gun violence
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — New York Attorney General Letitia James joined Rochester city leaders Tuesday, Oct. 20, for a gun buyback event as part of ongoing efforts to combat gun violence. According to James, more than 10,000 guns have been collected ...
NY tops 10,000 guns collected as Rochester fights gun violence
NY tops 10,000 guns collected as Rochester fights gun violence RochesterFirst
Decline in city’s crime numbers overall continues
Through the first nine months of 2026, most categories of reported crime are at record 15-year low levels. The post Decline in city’s crime numbers overall continues appeared first on Rochester Beacon.
Rochester police seek answers after violent weekend leaves 2 dead, 8 injured
Rochester police seek answers after violent weekend leaves 2 dead, 8 injured 13WHAM-TV
3 injured in shooting on Rochester's west side
3 injured in shooting on Rochester's west side 13WHAM-TV
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