Madurai City Police reported a significant decrease in grave crime cases in 2025 compared to 2024, with murders down by 43% and robberies by 74%. Commissioner J. Loganathan attributed this success to enhanced patrolling, monitoring of suspicious individuals, and the use of specialized patrol vehicles. Preventive actions, including detentions under the Goondas Act, led to reductions in murder and attempt-to-murder cases. Recovered crime property valued at ₹3.93 crore was returned to owners.