Atlanta Police Department Chief Darin Schierbaum reported a 11% reduction in crime in the city as of May 3, with homicides down 35%, aggravated assaults down 27%, and auto theft down, although rape and property crimes have increased.
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Atlanta Police Department Chief Darin Schierbaum reported a 11% reduction in crime in the city as of May 3, with homicides down 35%, aggravated assaults down 27%, and auto theft down, although rape and property crimes have increased.