Richmond Police Department
Crime Report
Council Report July 2025
Mayor Martinez, Council, and Community,
The Richmond Police Department's crime statistics for July 2025 show a mixed trend in both violent and property crimes compared to June 2025.
In terms of violent crime, there has been an increase in the number of homicides, from zero to one. Aggravated assaults remained the same, with 61 incidents. Robberies also remained the same compared to the prior month, with 18 incidents. Sexual assaults decreased by 38%, from 16 to 10 incidents. Overall, the total number of violent crimes decreased by 5%, from 95 to 90 incidents.
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For property crimes, there was a significant increase in burglaries (excluding auto burglaries), with a 38% increase, increasing from 24 to 33 incidents. Thefts, including auto burglaries, increased by 25%, from 137 to 171 incidents. Vehicle thefts also increased by 7%, increasing from 73 to 78 incidents. Arson remained unchanged from the prior month, with 3 incidents. Overall, the total number of property crimes increased by 20%, from 237 to 285 incidents.
In terms of reports and calls for service, there was a 29% decrease in vehicle impounds, lowering from 281 to 200. Collision-related calls for service increased by 8%, from 152 to 164 incidents. DUI-related traffic collisions decreased by 63%, from 8 to 3 incidents.
DUI reports decreased by 19%, from 16 to 13 incidents. Sideshow-related calls for service saw a significant decrease of 91%, declining from 11 incidents to 1. The total number of firearms recovered decreased by 23%, from 22 to 17.
District 1 experienced an 11% increase in total calls for service, rising from 1,423 to 1,581 calls. District 2 experienced an 8% increase in total calls for service, rising from 1,451 to 1,561 calls. District 3 experienced a 0.48% increase in total calls for service, rising from 1,664 to 1,672 calls. District 4 experienced a 13% increase in total calls for service, from 526 to 596. District 5 saw a .7% increase in total calls for service, from 1,293 calls to 1,302. District 6 saw the most significant increase in total calls for service, with an 18% increase in total calls for service, from 934 calls to 1,103.
These statistics offer a snapshot of crime trends in Richmond for July 2025, highlighting areas of concern as well as notable improvements. Additional statistical data and historical data can be found on our website under the Crime Analysis page.
https://www.ci.richmond.ca.us/1023/Crime-Analysis
Additionally, the following are a sampling of some significant incidents from July 2025:
7/2/25 6th St / Pennsylvania Ave
Gun / Drug arrest
Officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for vehicle code violations. The driver did not have a valid license, and officers could smell the odor of marijuana coming from the car. During a search of the driver, officers located a loaded 9mm pistol magazine.
During a search of the car, officers located a loaded “ghost gun” (firearm without serial numbers). Officers also located marijuana, scales, and packaging materials consistent with the marijuana being possessed for sale. The driver was arrested for firearms and narcotics-related offenses.
7/3/25 Marina Bay Community
3rd of July Fireworks
RPD officers provided security and traffic control at the annual 3rd of July fireworks event. The event was well-attended and proceeded smoothly without any significant incidents.
7/4/25 City Wide
4th of July Fireworks Suppression Operation
Approx. 25 officers provided extra patrol and fireworks suppression for the 4th of July.
The operation resulted in the following:
• Arrests: 1 arrest (firearm possession charges)
• Citations: 15 fireworks-related citations and/or reports • Fireworks Calls for Service: 249
• Shots Fired Calls: 19
• Recovered Firearms: 3
• Seized Fireworks with an Estimated Street Value of : Over $10,000
7/5/25 Dead end of Espee Ave
Assault on an Officer, Evading, and Possession of a Stolen Vehicle
Officers located a stolen vehicle traveling on Espee Ave. While awaiting the arrival of additional officers, officers followed the car as it drove to the dead end of Espee Ave.
Officers then attempted to stop the vehicle. The vehicle made a U-turn and drove directly at an officer, almost striking him. Officers pursued the vehicle to the area of El Portal and Glenlock St where the car hit a pole. The vehicle attempted to drive away from the scene of the collision, ramming a patrol car in the process. Due to the damage the vehicle had, it was disabled. Five suspects, all wearing ski masks, fled from the car.
Four of the five were quickly apprehended, and a replica firearm was recovered. The fifth suspect was pursued on foot through yards and taken into custody a short time later.
7/6/25 200 blk South 8th Street
Assault with Deadly Weapon / Mental Health Standoff
Officers responded to a call regarding a suspect allegedly under the influence of narcotics, experiencing mental health issues, and threatening family members with a hammer. The suspect attempted to assault the victim with the hammer. On the officer's arrival, the victim informed officers that the suspect had armed themselves with an assault rifle. A perimeter was established, and PA announcements were made, but the suspect refused to exit.
A drone was deployed into the house, which located the suspected rifle near the front door. Utilizing the drone, officers determined that the rifle was a pellet gun. Officers entered, secured the pellet gun, and located the suspect hiding in a rear bedroom.
Several less-lethal options were deployed during a lengthy standoff. The suspect was eventually taken into custody, provided medical treatment, and booked into MDF. 7/10/25 900 block of 9th Street
Homicide Investigation
Officers responded to a report of a subject down in the parking lot of the location.
Officers located a victim suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene. The RPD Homicide Unit is actively investigating the incident.
This marked the first homicide of the year in the city.
7/19/25 South 16th Street / Maine Ave
Domestic Violence / Illegal Possession of a Firearm
Officers were monitoring an unsanctioned block party known as “Hood Day”. Officers saw a female walk up to a parked vehicle and begin assaulting the occupants. Officers intervened and detained the female. While speaking with the occupants of the car, it was determined that the driver had a loaded illegal firearm. They also determined that the driver and the female suspect were in a dating relationship, and the female had struck the driver. Both the driver and female were taken into custody.
7/22/25 100 block of 15th Street
Dog attack / Dispatching of Animal
The RPD communications center received a 911 call from a cellphone with screaming heard. Dispatchers were unable to talk to the caller but could hear a loud disturbance.
Dispatchers were able to use GPS to locate the cell phone in the 100 block of 15th St.
Officers responded to the area and could hear screaming coming from inside a residence. Officers forced entry into the residence, locating a female adult covered in blood, screaming, “My baby, my baby. The dog mauled me!” Seconds later, a large dog emerged from the bathroom and immediately charged toward the officers. In response to the immediate threat, officers dispatched the dog. Officers then located a child suffering from severe injuries, consistent with a dog attack. Medical personnel responded, and the child and mother were transported to local hospitals for medical care. Contra Costa Animal Control also responded to the incident, and the investigation was turned over to them.
7/22/25 1700 Maine Ave
Assault with a Deadly Weapon
Officers responded to a report of a stabbing. Officers determined that two brothers were in an argument when one stabbed the other in the neck. The suspect then fled the scene. Officers utilized a drone to search for the suspect, ultimately locating the suspect a short distance away. The drone operator was able to direct responding officers to the suspect, where he was taken into custody without incident.
Bisa French
Chief of Police
Richmond Police Department