The Winter Springs Police Department has released its 2025 Annual Report, and one finding stands out above the rest: crime in Winter Springs has declined for three consecutive years.
According to the report, the department recorded 698 incidents in 2025, down from 729 in 2024 and 860 in 2023. That represents a nearly 19% reduction over three years — a trend that reflects both the work of the department and the engagement of residents who take public safety seriously.
Three Years of Decline
The decline is consistent and measurable. Each year since 2023, the number of reported incidents has fallen:
2023: 860 incidents
2024: 729 incidents
2025: 698 incidents
Chief Matthew Tracht credited residents directly in his message accompanying the report. “Your willingness to stay engaged, look out for one another, and speak up when something doesn’t seem right truly makes a difference,” he wrote.
The department handled 84,598 calls for service in 2025, maintaining an average emergency response time of 3 minutes and 23 seconds — a benchmark that reflects the department’s operational capacity relative to the volume of calls it manages.
Where Fraud Stands Out
Not every trend in the report is positive. Fraud-related offenses accounted for roughly 45% of all investigated crimes in 2025 — the most frequently investigated crime category. The department notes that these schemes arrive through phone calls, emails, text messages, and online platforms, and often rely on urgency or fear to manipulate residents.
The guidance is straightforward: verify before acting, avoid clicking unknown links, and never share personal or financial information with unverified sources.
Vehicle Burglaries Remain Largely Preventable
The department recorded 36 vehicle burglaries in 2025. Nearly half involved no forced entry — meaning unlocked doors were a primary factor. The department’s consistent message applies here: lock your vehicle, remove valuables from plain sight, and park in well-lit areas when possible.
Read the Full Report
The complete 2025 Annual Report is embedded below. It includes a full breakdown of operations, staffing, traffic enforcement, internal affairs, accreditation status, and community programs, including the Citizens Police Academy, Coffee with a Cop, and the Special Needs Registry.
Residents with questions or non-emergency concerns can reach the Winter Springs Police Department at (407) 327-1000 or visit winterspringsfl.org/police.
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