The government of Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced a 51% drop in homicides in Mexico since the beginning of the current administration in October 2024. According to Sheinbaum, this reduction is equivalent to 44 fewer homicides per day in the country. Marcela Figueroa is responsible for compiling the data daily before dawn to support this government claim.
The government attributes this result to its public security policy. However, experts consulted on the topic disagree about the causes of the decrease in murders. While the federal executive highlights its actions as the main factor, analysts point out that other elements may explain the drop, including shifts in the balance of power among criminal groups.
Mexico is historically marked by cartel violence, which makes any reduction in homicide rates a significant figure. The 51% drop represents a meaningful change in the country's violence landscape, although the reasons behind this phenomenon continue to be debated between the government and security experts.
