Office of Violence Prevention

Coordinating public safety resources and community violence intervention programs to make St. Louis neighborhoods safer.

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News and Announcements

  • Mayor’s Statement on Weekend Safety
    This past weekend the City implemented a number of precautionary safety strategies to keep youth and neighborhoods safe.
    Press release | Office of the Mayor,Excise Division,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department,Department of Streets,Office of Violence Prevention | 03/23/2026
  • Spencer Administration Announces New Key Staff, Departure of CDA Director
    James Jackson will serve as Streets director, leading the City’s efforts to collect refuse, keep streets smooth and clear and manage the tow lot.
    Press release | Community Development Administration,Office of the Mayor,Office of Violence Prevention,Department of Streets | 11/12/2025
  • St. Louis Sees Historically Low Crime in First Two Months of 2025
    Violent crime was down across the board, including a 36% decrease in burglaries, 42% decrease in auto thefts, and 53% decrease in shooting incidents.
    Press release | Office of the Mayor,Office of Violence Prevention | 03/05/2025
  • St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department Launches Crime Mapping Tool
    The crime map uses CrimeMapping.com, a web-based platform
    Press release | Office of the Mayor,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department,Office of Violence Prevention | 10/14/2024

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Contact Information

Email: violence-prevention@stlouis-mo.gov

Phone: (314) 299-2203

Hours:
8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday
Please call in advance for appointments.

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Address:
2125 Bissell Street , @ Urban League-WTC
St. Louis, Missouri 63107

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