"We have a crime crisis in the City of Buffalo," Gardner said. WATCH: GOP candidate for Buffalo mayor says city has 'crime crisis,' police stats show crime down this yearGOP candidate for Buffalo mayor says city has 'crime crisis,' police stats show crime down this yearWe took a look at some of the numbers, and according to Buffalo police statistics, both violent and property crimes are down compared to last year and down in almost all categories compared to the five-year average. "Yes, of course, we have insurance, but there are deductibles, and we are very small businesses and some businesses run very lean," Deutschlander said. Independent candidate Michael Gainer dismissed talk of a crime crisis as "a partisan talking point." Gainer said he wants to see more opportunities for youth and more support for small businesses.