Crime In Christchurch. (Press, 26 January 1907)
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Summary: Crime In Christchurch. (Press, 26 January 1907)
In the annual report released by the Christchurch Police Station for the year ending December 31, 1906, there was a notable decrease in the number of reported crimes compared to the previous year, with a reduction of 229 offences. The report detailed various categories of crimes and their corresponding figures for both 1905 and 1906. Notably, the total number of crimes recorded in 1906 was lower, reflecting a decline in several specific offences. For example, common assaults fell from 80 in 1905 to 69 in 1906, while assaults occasioning bodily harm decreased from 28 to 20. The report mentioned that assaults on police officers increased slightly from 6 to 7, while robbery, including assaults, also saw a minor increase. There were no reports of serious crimes such as murder or manslaughter in 1906. Other significant reductions were observed in offences related to indecent exposure, which dropped from 8 to 0, as well as thefts, which overall saw declines in various categories including burglary, which fell from 90 to 40 incidents. The report also highlighted some persistent issues, such as drunkenness, which remained relatively high at 168 reports, similar to 1905. Furthermore, there were 113 cases of individuals disobeying court orders in 1906, which was a slight increase from the previous year. The statistics for specific offences were as follows: abusive and threatening language declined marginally to 23 incidents; while there were 4 reports of indecent means and 1 case of damaging police uniform. Regarding family-related offences, desertion and failure to support spouses and children remained a concern, with 81 cases reported. Contrary to the overall trends, certain offences such as cruelty to animals and gambling offences did not significantly change year-on-year. The report provided a comprehensive summary of the state of crime within Christchurch, reflecting both improvements and persistent challenges for law enforcement in the area. Overall, the returns showcased a community experiencing a slight enhancement in safety and crime management from the previous year.
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