Police say there’s no silver bullet but social media, and public and area partnerships have helped.
“Whether its parole sweeps, or sex offender sweeps or what have you that help keep people accountable in the Medford area it all plays a part in reducing crime,” Deputy Chief Brett Johnson says.
Police hope to maintain the downward trend this year, however there has been a significant spike in thefts from vehicles which are up almost 120% in 2016.
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