SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- Pennington County Sheriff's Office is going to be increasing their "proactive patrol" in efforts to make Pennington County safer. In a post on Facebook, Pennington County Sheriff's Office gave a rundown of crime statistics from 2024, highlighting how from 2023-2024, the proactive patrol approach has increased the likelihood of them preventing or stopping a crime in progress. Reportedly, the proactive approach resulted in 10% increase in calls for service, 19% increase in DUI arrests and 37% increase in citations. This approach also attributed to a 31% decrease of theft from vehicles, 38% decrease in stolen vehicle, 25% decrease of burglaries and a decrease in theft categories across the board. “Deputies come to work every day looking to make a positive change related to the public safety of our community. I am proud of their efforts and how well they integrate with all components of our criminal justice system,” says Patrol Captain Kraig Wood in the Facebook post. The Burger Battle is impossible without these people Sexual assaults in Pennington County were reportedly down 20% from those reported in 2023. There was reportedly a 17% increase in aggravated assaults and a slight increase in assaults on law enforcement. “Our Investigators and Victim Advocates have done an excellent job fostering an environment where victims feel comfortable coming forward to report these types of crimes,” states Investigation Captain Taylor Sperle in the post. Jail intakes and releases increased in 2024. Average daily population remained close to the same.