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Tuesday, August 09, 2011  The Dougherty County Police Department says their numbers show property and violent crime numbers decreased compared to this time last year.

Monday, July 18, 2011  Updated with video; The Albany Police Department and the Dougherty County Sheriff's Department said this summer has seen a decrease in crime amongst teens.

Tuesday, February 08, 2011  With new lofts on the way, citizens are voicing concerns about living in downtown Albany. The Albany Police Departmet says downtown Albany is one of the safest areas to be and have the statistics to back up their claim.

Monday, December 20, 2010  Preliminary FBI reports shows violent, property crime continued decline in first half of 2010.

Tuesday, October 05, 2010  Albany Police Chief John Proctor says property crimes have seen a modest decrease, however domestic violence and thefts from vehicles have seen increases.

Wednesday, September 15, 2010  A recent study by the FBI found that crime in the state Georgia decreased by around 12% from 2008 to 2009. Figures from the Albany Police Department indicate that crime in the local area has actually increased by almost the exact same number – 12%.

Sunday, September 12, 2010  The Tennessee Valley Sportsmen host these gun shows in Albany about every three months.