Senator Gaston Applauds Bridgeport’s Progress as New Report Shows Crime Drop

Today, state Senator Herron Keyon Gaston (D-Bridgeport), Chair of the Public Safety and Security Committee, is commending the ongoing efforts of law enforcement and the strength of the Bridgeport community following a recent report from the Bridgeport Police Department. The recent report shows a 22.83% decrease in total Part I crimes compared to this time last year.

“The continued drop in crime in Bridgeport is a testament to the hard work of our law enforcement officers and the strength of our community partnerships,” said Senator Gaston. “This is more than just a statistic, it’s a reflection of a city that’s growing safer, stronger, and more united. I’ve always believed that Bridgeport is a thriving community, full of potential and promise, and this progress reinforces that belief. We will keep pushing forward to ensure every resident feels safe, supported, and proud to call Bridgeport home.”

According to the police department, crimes including robberies, burglaries, aggravated assaults, and motor vehicle thefts are all trending downward. The department credits the decline to the dedication of officers and growing collaboration with the community.

The Bridgeport Police Department will soon deploy drones as part of a new initiative to modernize public safety, an effort championed by Senator Gaston, a strong advocate for leveraging technology to enhance community policing. Senator Gaston says, “With crime steadily declining in Bridgeport, the addition of drone technology will further bolster efforts to keep neighborhoods safe and promote smarter, more effective policing strategies.”

According to the Bridgeport Police Department, robberies dropped from 198 in 2021 to 58 in 2025. Burglaries dropped from 312 in 2020 to 121 in 2025. Aggravated assault and motor vehicle thefts have showed steady declines over time, and murders have significantly reduced to 2 incidents in 2025.