Statistics show crime in Sioux Falls remains relatively consistent in 2022
In 2022 the number of crimes reported to police rose in several different categories, but this slight increase was consistent when looking at long term crime trends in Sioux Falls. 2022 saw the number of robberies and aggravated assault reports increase, which coincides with more criminals using guns than in the past.
The amount of drugs seized by police generally declined last year which was not surprising considering the record, or near record, amounts seized in 2021. Abuse of illegally obtained fentanyl continues to be a problem in Sioux Falls. Despite the problems caused by fentanyl, there was a sharp decline in the number of overdose deaths last year. The Sioux Falls Area Drug Task Force continues to focus on finding and removing the dangerous drugs from the streets.
“As Sioux Falls continues to grow, the police department strives to meet and exceed the high standards of the public,” said Chief Jon Thum. “Crime is always a topic of conversation, but despite the perception, Sioux Falls is, and continues to be, a safe city. The percentage at which crime is solved beats the national average and is solved at a rate that nearly doubles the national average.”
Criminals in Sioux Falls are held accountable for their actions at a much higher rate when compared to the national crime average. The City of Sioux Falls has consistently shown higher-than-average clearance rates. The clearance rate is the proportion of crimes in a jurisdiction in which police solved the crime.
City of Sioux Falls Clearance Rates Compared to Most Recent National Data
|
|
2020 |
2021 |
2022 |
National Average |
|
Homicide |
100% |
100% |
87% |
54% |
|
Rape |
61% |
66% |
73% |
31% |
|
Assault |
81% |
84% |
84% |
46% |
|
Stolen Vehicles |
41% |
45% |
41% |
23% |
“Public safety has been and continues to remain a key area of focus for my administration,” said Mayor Paul TenHaken. “As Sioux Falls grows, we’ll continue to properly resource our police department, strengthen agency partnerships, and work with community programs to ensure we remain a safe and welcoming city.”
In order to find the find the right officers, the police department began offering a $5,000 signing bonus. This hiring incentive has allowed the department to attract candidates and stay competitive with other law enforcement agencies and even other careers.
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