El Segundo cites staffing gains, falling crime rates and rapid response to Chevron refinery fire Councilmember Michelle Kelldorf reported the police department reached budgeted staffing (67 sworn) after adding 20 officers, credited tactical deployments and a drone program for a 41% drop in property and person crimes and noted the El Segundo Fire Department worked with Chevron and mutual aid to extinguish an October 2 refinery fire.

El Segundo is making strides in public safety with 20 new police officers, a groundbreaking drone response program, and a remarkable 41% drop in crime rates!

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Police Report Eight Percent Drop in Violent Crime in Recent Year Police report an 18% decrease in part 1 crimes and improved clearance rates.

El Segundo is celebrating a remarkable 18% drop in crime rates, including a staggering 50% reduction in robberies!

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City Council debates civil asset forfeiture policy amid concerns over local police funding Group decides to evaluate civil asset forfeiture policies on a case-by-case basis.

El Segundo City Council's heated debate on civil asset forfeiture reveals surprising divisions over public safety funding and individual rights.

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