How did the frequency of burglaries change after the first incident?

The frequency of burglaries changed with a spike in criminal activity following the first incident because this is a common trend observed in crime patterns. After an initial burglary, there can often be an increase in similar crimes, as the first incident may signal to potential burglars that a neighborhood is vulnerable or that there are opportunities available. This spike can be influenced by various factors, including the lack of immediate law enforcement presence, the community’s response, and the extent of media coverage surrounding the initial crime, which might embolden other would-be offenders.

This phenomenon underscores the importance of community vigilance and proactive policing in preventing further incidents after the initial crime. In contrast, decreased crime rates or the prompt capture of the burglar would not typically align with the usual pattern observed in the wake of burglaries. Similarly, stating that there was no observed change does not reflect the likely increase in criminal activity that typically occurs following the first incident.