Richmond Police Department
Crime Report
Council Report February 2026
Mayor Martinez, Council, and Community,
The Richmond Police Department's crime statistics for February 2026 show a decrease in both violent and property crime totals compared to January 2026.
Violent Crime
There has been no change in the number of homicides, no incidents to report for January and February. Aggravated assaults decreased by 20%, from 70 to 56 incidents.
There was a 65% decrease in the number of Robberies, from 26 to 9 incidents. Sexual assaults have increased by 27%, from 11 to 14 incidents. Overall, the total number of violent crimes decreased by 26%, from 107 to 79 incidents.
Property Crime
For property crimes, there was a slight increase in burglaries (excluding auto burglaries), by 9% from 33 to 36 incidents. Thefts, including auto burglaries, decreased by 39%, from 145 to 88 incidents. Vehicle thefts decreased by 21%, from 96 to 76 incidents. Arson decreased by 33%, from 3 to 2 incidents. Overall, the total number of property crimes decreased by 27%, from 277 to 202 incidents.
Reports / Calls for Service
For reports and calls for service, there was a 10% increase in vehicle impounds, increasing from 209 to 229. Collision-related calls for service decreased by 24%, from 160 to 121 incidents. DUI-related traffic collisions decreased by 54%, from 13 to 6 incidents. DUI reports slightly increased by 3%, from 34 to 35 incidents. Sideshow- related calls for service increased by 33%, from 3 to 4 incidents. The total number of firearms recovered decreased by 23%, from 13 to 10.
Parking Enforcement
The Parking Enforcement Unit towed 95 vehicles for being abandoned, overparked, or having expired registration, down from 101 in January, a 5% decrease. They issued 4,885 parking citations, compared to 4,942 in January, for a 1% decrease. The Parking Unit responded to 222 citizen complaints regarding abandoned vehicles, resulting in 197 vehicles being cited or tagged with 72-hour notices to move or be towed. Of the 197 vehicles, 68 vehicles were ultimately towed.
Traffic Enforcement
Officers issued approximately 243 misdemeanor and infraction traffic-related citations.
The number of citations reported for this month-long period may be lower than the actual number issued. This is due to processing and data-entry timelines, as citations
are not always immediately entered into the system. Accordingly, the figures provided should be considered an estimate.
Council District Statistics
District 1 experienced a 12% decrease in total calls for service, from 1,499 to 1,326.
District 2 experienced a 12% decrease in total calls for service, from 1,227 to 1,078.
District 3 experienced a 13% decrease in total calls for service, from 1,643 to 1,437.
District 4 experienced a 5% increase in total calls for service, rising from 541 to 570.
District 5 saw a 12% decrease in total calls for service, from 1,293 calls to 1,133. District 6 saw a 7% decrease in total calls for service, from 1,069 calls to 995.
These statistics offer a snapshot of crime trends in Richmond for February 2026, highlighting areas of concern and 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
Significant Incidents
February 1, 2026 Harbour Way / Ohio Ave
DUI Arrest
Officers conducted a traffic enforcement stop for vehicle code violations. Officers contacted the driver and saw objective signs of intoxication. After the driver performed poorly on the standardized field sobriety tests, a breath sample was collected indicating their blood alcohol content was .350%, or more than 4 times the legal limit. Due to his level of intoxication he was transported to a local hospital for medical treatment and released to the custody of a family member.
February 2, 2026 100 block South 23rd St.
Assault with a Firearm
At 8:30 AM, officers responded to a multiple round ShotSpotter activation in the area of South 23rd St and Ohio Ave. At the same time a victim called to report they had been shot at and had crashed their vehicle. Officers arrived on scene and located the victim, who luckily only sustained minor injuries. They confirmed the victim’s vehicle had been struck multiple times by gunfire. A short distance away they located the suspects, who were known to the victim. Both suspects were taken into custody without incident and a firearm was recovered from the scene. The victim positively identified the suspects and they were transported to jail.
February 7, 2026 24th St. / Rheem Ave
Subject armed with a firearm
Officers responded to a report of a man with a gun call. The caller reported seeing a person walking on Rheem Ave who removed a firearm from their pocket and pointed it at passing vehicles. The caller provided a detailed description of the person, but left the area prior to officers arriving. Officers located a subject matching the description near 23rd St and Rheem Ave. Upon seeing officers, the suspect attempted to flee on foot.
After a short foot pursuit, officers were able to detain the subject. During a search of the subject a loaded firearm was located. The original caller agreed to return to the scene and positively identified the subject officers detained as the person they saw point a firearm at vehicles. The suspect was arrested for the illegal possession of the firearm.
February 9, 2026 2600 Hilltop Dr
Mental Health Crisis
Officers responded for a report of a subject experiencing a mental health crisis. Family of the subject reported they had received communication from the subject where they expressed a desire to self-harm. Based on the information provided, officers requested an emergency location check of the subject’s cellular phone. The subjects phone showed them to be near Cummings Skyway. RPD coordinated with the Contra Costa Office of the Sheriff who have jurisdiction over Cummings Skyway for them to check the area for the subject. Due to a thorough search of the area, CCCSO were able to locate the subject a short distance from the Carquinez Bridge, which was believed to be the subject’s destination. RPD officers responded to where the subject was located and placed them on a mental health hold, so that they could be transported for a mental health evaluation.
February 10, 2026 500 block South 37th St.
Illegal possession of a loaded firearm, prowling
Officers responded to reports of a subject tampering with vehicles in the area, possibly attempting to remove catalytic converters. Officers responded and located a vehicle whose catalytic converter had been tampered with, but were unable to locate the suspect. After clearing the area, the caller reported the subject had returned. Officers immediately responded back and this time located the subject. The subject attempted to flee on foot, but was apprehended without incident. During a search of the subject, officers located a loaded firearm in a shoulder holster on the suspect. The suspect was arrested for illegal possession of the firearm, vandalism to vehicles and for resisting arrest.
February 11, 2026 South 15th / Cutting Blvd
DUI Arrest
Officers on routine patrol at 5:22 PM saw a vehicle driving on a flat tire with fresh damage to its fender. Officers stopped the vehicle and contacted the driver, who displayed signs of intoxication. The driver performed poorly on field sobriety tests and was taken into custody, later providing a breath sample that registered a blood alcohol content of .18%. While conducting the DUI investigation, the owner of a parked vehicle contacted officers to report the vehicle they had stopped had struck their vehicle and fled. The suspect was taken into custody for suspicion of DUI and hit and run.
February 12, 2026 City Wide
Sex Registrant Compliance Checks
Detectives from SVU, with assistance from patrol officers, conducted numerous sex registrants checks (PC 290). The individuals have been convicted of sexually based offenses and are required to register with the police department where they live, along with following probation type restrictions. Officers determined three of the subjects were in violations of the terms of their registration. Officers authored crime reports and will seek prosecution for the violations.
February 19, 2026 Castro St / Redwood Lane
Fatal Traffic Collision
Officers responded for a report of a vehicle vs. pedestrian collision. Officers determined two vehicles had struck a pedestrian who was crossing the roadway. The pedestrian sustained fatal injuries as a result of the collision. Both drivers remained at the scene and neither drugs or alcohol are suspected factors in the collision.
February 21, 2026 Harbour Way / Ohio Ave
DUI Arrest
Officers conducted a traffic enforcement stop for vehicle code violations. Officers contacted the driver and saw objective signs of intoxication. After the driver performed poorly on the standardized field sobriety tests, a breath sample was collected indicating their blood alcohol content was .350%, or more than 4 times the legal limit. Due to his level of intoxication he was transported to a local hospital for medical treatment
Tim Simmons
Chief of Police
Richmond Police Department