Alarming Statistics Revealed: Ninety-Four Percent of Kidnapping Cases Went Unreported in Mexico Last Year
Mexico City, Mexico - A recent report by ENVIPE has shed light on the disturbing trend of unreported kidnapping cases in Mexico. According to the report, a staggering 94% of kidnapping cases went unreported in 2019.
Robbery Epidemic Continues to Worsen
In 2020, there were 604,265 reported cases of robbery in Mexico, a 20% decrease from the previous year. The most common type of robbery was “auto and auto-related theft,” accounting for nearly 30% of all robberies.
Top Cities with Highest Number of Reported Robberies
- Ecatepec de Morelos, State of Mexico: over 21,000 reported robberies
- Guadalajara, Jalisco: high number of reported robberies
- Querétaro, Querétaro: high number of reported robberies
- Tijuana, Baja California: high number of reported robberies
- Iztapalapa, Mexico City: high number of reported robberies
Violence Against Women Remains a Serious Problem
The report also highlights the ongoing problem of violence against women in Mexico. Despite protests and outcry over femicides, President López Obrador has been criticized for downplaying the issue, claiming that 90% of reported cases are fake.
Government Response Raises Concerns
Human rights advocates have raised concerns over allegations of serious misconduct by the military and National Guard. The Mexican government has also faced criticism for its response to violence against women, with President López Obrador downplaying the issue and claiming that most reported cases are fake.
Organized Crime Groups Continue to Thrive
A significant portion of violent crime in Mexico is attributed to organized crime groups, particularly those battling for control of the drug trade. The Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) has gained prominence in at least 23 out of 32 Mexican states.
COVID-19 Pandemic Disrupts Organized Crime Operations
The COVID-19 pandemic initially disrupted organized crime operations, with supply-chain disruptions and fluctuating drug prices. However, some groups took advantage of the situation to provide humanitarian assistance and enforce quarantine curfews in affected communities.
Conclusion
Mexico faces a complex and multifaceted problem of violent crime, requiring a comprehensive and coordinated approach from law enforcement agencies, the government, and civil society. The alarming statistics revealed in this report highlight the need for urgent action to address the issue of kidnapping, robbery, violence against women, and organized crime.