Crime in Calgary significantly down during pandemic despite increase in gun violence, homicides: CPS

Property and violent crimes are down drastically this spring compared to the same three month timeframe last year, according to statistics from Calgary Police Service.  "I think it's a combination of factors," said Deputy Chief Chad Tawfik. In March of 2020, property crimes dropped 4.5 per cent (4,322) compared to last year. In April, a 16.2 per cent drop (3,986) and May saw a 39.3 per cent drop (3,249) in overall property crimes, with nearly 12 per cent cleared.  "Having the ability t