Montreal Sees Decrease in Various Crimes in 2025 as Sexual Assaults and Break-Ins Rise
Montreal experienced a decrease in gun crime, attempted murders, arson, motor vehicle thefts, and fraud in 2025, according to the latest annual report released by the Montreal police. However, incidents of sex assaults and break-ins saw an increase during the same period.
The report indicates a positive trend with a decrease in crimes against people by 0.4% and crimes against property by 4.2%. Despite these declines, the Montreal Police Service notes that the figures may have been influenced by the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The report credited the collaborative efforts of law enforcement, community members, and institutional partners for contributing to the overall decrease in crime rates. Montreal police emphasized their commitment to enhancing safety in the city.
Some key highlights from the report include the first drop in crimes against people in Montreal since 2020. While homicides remained steady, attempted murders decreased by 25%. Robberies saw a slight decrease of 1.1%, and assaults remained stable.
On the other hand, sexual assaults increased by 5.7%, prompting the police force to stress the importance of preventive measures and victim support services. Instances of domestic violence totaled over 7,000 cases in 2025.
Significant drops were observed in motor vehicle thefts (24.3%), mischief (11.6%), arson (8.8%), and fraud (5.6%) compared to the previous year. Notably, vehicle thefts reported the sharpest decline, contributing to the overall decrease in property crimes.
Despite the positive trends, break-ins rose by 5.8%, although the total number remains lower than pre-pandemic levels. Crimes involving firearms showed a decrease of 15.3%, indicating a continuing downward trend in violent crimes with firearms.
Furthermore, firearm discharges decreased by 16.5%, with fewer firearms recovered overall. The report underscores the importance of ongoing efforts in prevention, targeted enforcement, and raising awareness to address armed violence.
For more detailed information, the full report is accessible online.
