2021 - Tyler Crimes Stats

Preliminary data for the Tyler Police Department shows that in 2021, there was a reduction in Part 1 Crimes which consist of violent crimes and property crimes as well as a slight increase of crimes being reported. Part 1 offenses dropped more than 13% compared to 2020 data. (See table below) There was also a drop of nearly 5% for Violent Crime with 489 reports for the year compared to 514 reported in 2020. The City of Tyler overall experienced a slight increase of about 1% in all reported crimes.

"The past few years have presented significant challenges to law enforcement agencies throughout our nation and community," said Chief Jimmy Toler. "While we saw an increase of crimes being reported, I think that is a great sign of the trust and faith the Tyler community has in our officers. I could not be prouder of the members of the Tyler Police Department and the work they do each day to keep Tyler safe."