December 2024 Study Found Annapolis Police Department Experiencing Staffing Shortages, Data Gaps, Along with Concerns Over Safety and Morale
A December 2024 study of the Annapolis Police Department revealed various challenges within the department, highlighting staffing strains, gaps in critical data, and concerns with safety as well as low morale. The executive summary and full report can be found by clicking the links below: Annapolis Police Department Workload Analysis Executive Summary Annapolis Police Department Workload Analysis Full Report The study was conducted by the Maryland Crime Research and Innovation Center (MCRIC) and examined police calls for service during 2022 and 2023, along with surveys and interviews of APD officers and City of Annapolis officials. The report focused on workload, not crime rates. Researchers analyzed when residents request police assistance and how much time officers spend responding to those calls, completing reports, attending training, and covering leave time. The study found that calls for service fluctuated significantly by time and season. Call volume was lowest ...
