Fady Dagher, chief of the Service de police de la Ville de Montréal, announced on September 16, 2026 that the city’s recent crime statistics show a downward trend while the force’s recruitment numbers are on the rise. He described the combined results as one of the strongest reports the department has produced in recent years.
The announcement came as part of a routine briefing by the SPVM, where Dagher emphasized that the dip in criminal activity aligns with the agency’s ongoing community safety initiatives. He noted that the reduction in crime is a measurable outcome of coordinated policing strategies, though he did not provide specific figures in the statement.
In parallel, the police service reported an increase in the number of individuals applying for officer positions. Dagher highlighted this surge as a positive sign for the department’s future staffing levels, suggesting that the appeal of a career in law enforcement is growing among Montreal residents. The recruitment boost is expected to help maintain the force’s capacity to respond to the city’s safety needs.
Dagher’s remarks positioned the latest data as a benchmark for performance, indicating that the SPVM is experiencing a period of both operational success and organizational growth. By characterizing the report as among the best in years, he signaled confidence in the department’s direction and its ability to sustain lower crime rates while expanding its workforce.
The chief’s comments were delivered without reference to comparative statistics from previous years, focusing instead on the positive trajectory indicated by the recent figures. The SPVM continues to monitor crime trends and recruitment outcomes as part of its ongoing assessment of public safety in Montreal.