COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Operation Overlook, a 30-day crime prevention initiative, has concluded. The Columbus Police Department (CPD) says the results are positive.
The operation aimed to reduce criminal activity as the summer season approaches through community engagement and an increase in police presence, especially in problem areas. Police say officers worked additional hours, made warrant enforcement a priority, and confiscated firearms.
Operation Results:
- Total Contacts: 7,773
- Arrests: 206
- Felony Charges: 144
- Misdemeanor Charges: 273
- Warrants Cleared: 236
- Guns Confiscated: 32
- Gang Members Arrested: 11
- Citations Issued: 1,144
- Warnings Issued: 1,296
Police say over 50 summons were issued, and officers addressed numerous city ordinance violations.
When compared to the same time last year, Columbus has experienced a 30% drop in Part 1 crimes. Part 1 crimes include robbery, burglary, aggravated assault, murder, and auto theft. CPD says Operation Overlook helped to achieve these results.
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