New numbers compiled by the Bridgeport Police Department's Crime Analysis Unit show a steady decrease in both fatal and non-fatal shootings between 2020 and today.

"In 2020 we had a five-year high of 24 homicides, which went all the way down to 12 homicides in 2024 - a full 50% drop," said Chief Roderick Porter on Thursday.

"Non-fatal shootings also went steadily downward during that same time period -- from 138 non-fatal shootings in 2020 to 53 in 2024," Porter said.

Mayor Joe Ganim attributes the trends to an increase in community policing techniques and to an increase in the number of officers on the streets.

"In July of 2023, we had 250 officers on the street, and today we have 320 officers on the street. Additionally, we hope to have another 30 officers on the street this spring," Ganim said.