<s>Human: 警察报告显示，去年的犯罪率比前一年下降了15%。请以这个警察报告为基础，写一篇新闻文章。
</s><s>Assistant: According to a police report, the crime rate dropped by 15% last year compared to the previous year. The report, released yesterday, shows a significant decrease in various crimes, including theft, burglary, and assault.

Officials credit the lower crime rate to various factors, including increased police presence in high-crime areas and enhanced community outreach efforts. Many residents in these areas have praised the police department's efforts to build stronger relationships with the community.

Police Chief Johnson stated, "Our department has been working tirelessly to combat crime and create a safer environment for our citizens. We're proud of the hard work and dedication of our officers and the results that this report reflects."

While the overall trend is encouraging, some people remain concerned about certain types of crimes, such as domestic violence and hate crimes. The police department has acknowledged these concerns and plans to increase efforts to reduce these types of crimes.

Overall, the report's findings are a positive development for the community, and police officials say they will continue to work diligently to maintain these results.
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