The Police Department has remained resilient, forward-thinking and committed to delivering high-quality public safety services. While challenges remain, particularly in staffing and infrastructure, the department is well-positioned to build on this progress and continue meeting the needs of our community.
Public Safety Police Department
Over the past five years, the Daytona Beach Police Department has focused on delivering professional, proactive public safety services while adapting to increased demands driven by tourism, population growth and evolving crime trends. Through strong leadership, strategic enforcement and meaningful partnerships, the department has made significant progress in several key areas. Daytona Beach Police Department stats show a steady rise in calls for service over the five-year period, increasing from 143,498 in 2021 to 157,569 in 2025. Total arrests, however, show an overall decline, dropping from 6,477 in 2021 to 5,745 in 2025, despite a temporary spike in 2024. Homicides have declined significantly from 11 in 2021 to a peak of 16 in 2023, then sharply decreasing to 6 in 2024 and just 2 in 2025, reflecting a substantial downward trend in the most serious violent crime.
Homicides
Total Arrests
Calls for Service
2021
2021
143,498
11
2021
6,477
2022
13
2022
143,351
2022
5,665
2023
16
2023
145,531
2023
5,639
2024
6
2024
6,428
2024
154,615
2025
2
2025
5,745
2025
157,569
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