SUISUN CITY - Already among the safest cities in Solano County, Suisun City recorded a 26% overall drop in the most serious crimes in 2009.

According to a Community Update issued by Police Chief Ed Dadisho, the crime rate declined to 26 crimes per 1,000 residents in 2009 from 38 crimes per 1,000 residents recorded in 2008. By comparison, Fairfield recorded 48 crimes per 1,000 residents in 2009.

Overall, there were 734 Part I Crimes in Suisun City in 2009, the lowest recorded figure since 2005.

"This is just exceptional news and it all goes to highlight the outstanding efforts and successes of our public safety employees and the citizens involved in our robust Neighborhood Watch Programs," Chief Dadisho said.

"It is also reflective of our new beat system that ensures our officers are being responive to the community and holds them accountable in solving issues which create an environment for crime to flourish," Chief Dadisho said.

Click here to read the complete Community Update, including 10 years of crime statistics.