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section: safety
first_reported: 2026-11-09 17:23 CST
updated: 2026-11-09 17:23 CST
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# Fort Worth reports 7.1% drop in offenses through third quarter

Fort Worth Police Chief Eddie Garcia said offenses fell 7.1% in the first three quarters compared with last year. He said year-to-date murders were down almost 40%.

Section: [Public Safety](/dallas-fort-worth/section/safety.md) · Entities: [Eddie Garcia](/dallas-fort-worth/wiki/eddie-garcia.md)

## Coverage

- [CBS News Texas (CBS 11)](https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/fort-worth-crime-drops-as-homicides-plunge-nearly-40/), 2026-11-09 17:23 CST: Fort Worth crime drops as homicides plunge nearly 40%

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