San Mateo County Supervisor Jackie Speier highlighted contradictions in Sheriff Christina Corpus's statements regarding crime rates in the county. While Corpus asserted a 15% decrease in property crime in a February statement, she later acknowledged an increase in crime during a budget meeting. Corpus argued that crime statistics fluctuate and insisted on the validity of the February numbers. Despite a reported overall decrease in crime, specific offenses such as robbery and car theft showed increases. The discrepancy occurred just prior to a significant election that shifted authority over the sheriff's office.
"Corpus stated, "When it comes to property, we are a safe county and unfortunately, vehicle theft crime, you know, we have theft. People come and do retail theft, but I stand by those numbers that I gave.""
"Corpus claimed a 15% decrease in property crime from January to December 2024, resulting in 487 fewer incidents."
"During a budget hearing, Sheriff Corpus said, "Crime comes in waves and the statistics that were put out in February are facts. I don't create those stats. They're created by a crime analyst.""
"Supervisor Speier questioned Corpus on the contrasting statements regarding crime levels, noting the sheriff's claim of a decrease in February versus an admission of increased crime during a later meeting."
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