Axios Denver: Public complaints against Denver’s law enforcement agencies are falling, according to a report by the city’s civilian watchdog agency.

The big picture: Community complaints dropped 16% for Denver police and 37% for sheriffs during the first half of 2024 compared with the same period in 2023, per a semiannual report issued last month by the Office of the Independent Monitor (OIM).

Context: The OIM oversees public and internal complaints made about Denver police and sheriffs, and it provides policy and disciplinary recommendations.

Between the lines: The reports says it’s unclear why complaints lessened, though it’s probably welcome news for two agencies trying to attract recruits.

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