BEFORE YOU MAP IT…
Crime incidents that appear on Crime Mapping also include misdemeanor offenses and may be different or not reflected in the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program.
Some offenses, including domestic violence, sex crimes, and offenses where the victim is a juvenile will not appear on the map.
Information on Crime Mapping is preliminary and subject to change.
Welcome to Crime Mapping
CrimeMapping.com is a web-based platform that can help the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department provide its residents with valuable information about recent crime activity.
How To Crime Map
What types of crimes are displayed?
Arson – Willful, malicious burning of a structure, vehicle, or personal property.
Assault – Attack on a person to commit injury. Aggravated assault usually includes a deadly weapon and simple assault does not. Under this Assault icon, harassment is also included. Domestic violence is not included.
Burglary – Unlawful entry of a structure to commit a theft or other felony.
Disturbing the Peace – Any behavior that tends to disturb the public peace.
Drugs / Alcohol Violations: Drug Abuse Violations – The violation of laws prohibiting the production, cultivation, manufacture, distribution, possession and/or use of certain controlled substances. Liquor Laws – The violation of laws prohibiting the manufacture, sale, purchase, transportation, possession, or use of alcoholic beverages, not including driving under the influence and drunkenness.
DUI – Driving or operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or narcotics.
Fraud – The intentional perversion of the truth for the purpose of inducing another person or other entity to part with something of value or to surrender a legal right.
Homicide – Unlawful killing of one person by another. **There may be a delay in this icon appearing on the Crime Map until after the report is approved, but is counted in SLMPD’s crime reporting and on our CompStat report. You can also view the latest Homicide statistics here.
Motor Vehicle Theft – Theft of a car, truck, motorcycle, or any motor vehicle.
Robbery – Taking property from a person by force, threat of force, or fear.
Theft / Larceny – Unlawful taking of property from another person. Embezzlement, forgery, check fraud, and theft from a vehicle are excluded.
Vandalism – Willful, malicious destruction, damage, or defacement of property.
Vehicle Break-In – Theft of articles from a vehicle.
Weapons – Violation of laws prohibiting the manufacture, sale, purchase, transportation, possession or use of deadly weapons.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crime Mapping?
Crime Mapping was developed by CentralSquare Technologies to help law enforcement agencies throughout the United States provide the public with valuable information about recent crime activity in their neighborhood. The group aims to assist police departments in reducing crime through a better-informed community.
CrimeMapping.com utilizes an advanced mapping engine, which helps provide a high level of functionality as well as flexibility to police agencies.
A similar mapping software was available, but went away. Why was it gone?
A similar crime reporting map went away in 2022 after a decision was made not to renew the contract with a previous vendor. Mayor Tishaura O. Jones and Police Chief Robert Tracy have been seeking a new vendor ever since. We’re proud of our new agreement with CrimeMapping.com!
Will my address appear on Crime Mapping?
No. We take protecting victim information seriously. Incidents appearing on Crime Mapping will be by the hundred block. For example, if an assault happened at 1234 Main Street, it will appear on Crime Mapping as the assault happening in the 1200 block of Main Street.
Are sexual assaults included on Crime Mapping?
No.
Are cases of domestic violence included on Crime Mapping?
No.
How long are incidents available on Crime Mapping?
Crime Mapping is updated every 24 hours and will stay available on the Crime Mapping website for 180 days (6 months).
A crime occurred in my neighborhood — why is it not displayed on the map?
Some offenses, including domestic violence, sex crimes and juvenile-related offenses will not be displayed. In some cases, there could be a delay in a crime icon appearing until it can be determined the offense that took place. There will also be a delay in homicides appearing on Crime Mapping, but it will be included in the city’s weekly CompStat report.
I’m seeing crime on the map where I live — what should I do?
We believe an informed St. Louis is a safer St. Louis. As residents utilize the Crime Mapping tool, you may find more clarity about what’s happening in your neighborhood. This can lead to informed decision-making and a community-engaged approach to crime prevention. SLMPD works closely in all of our neighborhoods and we encourage you to contact your District Captain with any questions or concerns. Contact information can be found on the North Patrol, Central Patrol and South Patrol pages. The SLMPD also works closely with the Office of Violence Prevention regarding the latest crime trends.
Homicides
140
2024
149
At this time in 2023
186
At this time in 2022
182
At this time in 2021
Updated weekly, last updated Dec. 2, 2024
Overall Crime Comparison (Year To Date)
-15%
2024 vs 2023
-31%
2024 vs 2022
-23%
2024 vs 2021
CompStat Period: Nov. 18, 2024 – Nov. 24, 2024
How Crime Reports Appear on Crime Mapping
Crime incidents on Crime Mapping also includes misdemeanor offenses and may be different or not reflected in the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program.
Some offenses, including domestic violence, sex crimes and incidents where the victim is a juvenile will not appear on the map.
