Benton Harbor has seen a dramatic decrease in violent crime and stolen vehicle thefts so far in 2025, according to Public Safety Director Dan McGinnis.

Speaking during a recent update, McGinnis said shootings are down 75% compared to last year, and the city has recorded no homicides in the first eight months of 2025 — a 100% drop from 2024.

“This is huge,” McGinnis said. “We’ve got great police officers, great detectives, strong help from the state police and the sheriff’s department, and cooperation from the courts. Something is working in Benton Harbor.”

Benton Township has seen similar results. Police Chief Brian Abrams reported a 50% drop in non-fatal shootings and no homicides so far this year.

Vehicle theft is also down sharply in Benton Harbor — from 133 in 2024 to just 41 this

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