September 2026 District 2 Community Advisory Board Monthly Meeting Recap

At the September 2, 2026 District 2 Community Advisory Board meeting, Denver District Attorney John Walsh discussed the city’s progress on public safety and crime, noting that overall crime is heading in the right direction, although the work is far from done. He highlighted historically low homicide rates and continued declines in other crimes, while acknowledging that some areas remain stubbornly high and that firearms and young people present a serious challenge. Walsh emphasized the importance of prevention, keeping kids safe, supporting domestic violence survivors, and strengthening the city’s network of resources and community support. He also discussed the September 22 community conversation on keeping kids safe, a public awareness campaign on youth and firearms with Chief Thomas, and the work of approximately 300 employees in the DA’s office. Despite budget challenges reducing resources somewhat, Walsh expressed pride in the time and effort being invested in public safety. View more information gathered from this meeting below.

Meeting Overview

Date: September 2, 2026

Location: 3921 Holly Street

Meeting Facilitator: Commander Carlos Aragon

Meeting Presenter: Sargent James Gates - DPD Street Racing Enforcement Unit.

Crime Statistics Overview (Rolling 28-Day Period) District 2 Total Crime Summary

Violent Crimes: 185 ---> 199

Property Crimes: 543 ---> 492

Public Order Crimes: 370 --->308 Sector 2 Crime Summary

Violent Crimes: 16 ---> 25

Property Crimes: 58 ---> 66

Public Order Crimes: 30 ---> 16

Next Community Advisory Board Meeting

Date: October 7, 2026

Time: Doors @ 5:00 pm; Meeting @ 6:00 pm

Location: 3921 Holly Street