Life Saving
ShotSpotter ensures first responders are notified quickly with an accurate location so they can provide life-saving medical aid to gunshot victims.
SHOTSPOTTER SUCCESS STORY
Peoria Police See Major Gun Violence Declines in 2025
Situation
In 2025, the City of Peoria achieved significant reductions across key gun violence indicators, reinforcing what consistent data-driven strategies and community partnerships can accomplish.
Result
According to year-end statistics from the Peoria Police Department, the city saw fewer shootings, fewer victims, and fewer fatal incidents compared with 2024 — a clear testament to sustained progress in public safety outcomes. This includes:
53%
Reduction in fatal shootings
16%
Decline in shooting incidents
18%
Decline in shooting victims
Peoria’s decline in gun violence coincides with strengthened community engagement efforts and expanded opportunities for public participation in safety initiatives. The Tip 411 anonymous reporting system, for example, saw over 870 calls in 2025, showing that residents are actively contributing to shared safety goals.
Moreover, the downward trend in weapons recovery and rounds fired reflects strategic enforcement and intervention tactics that prioritize both public safety and targeted suppression of gunfire hotspots.
How ShotSpotter Benefits Peoria Police Department
EVIDENCE COLLECTION
ShotSpotter's precise alerts enable thorough evidence collection and NIBIN corroboration that can expedite investigations and support prosecution.
STRONGER COMMUNITY RELATIONS
Faster response times help deter and reduce gun violence, helping the Peoria Police Department reassure and build trust with the community
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