Statistics About The Most Dangerous Country In Latin America

In this post, we will explore the statistics that reveal the harsh reality of crime and violence in various countries across Latin America. From homicide rates to perceptions of safety, the data paints a stark picture of the challenges faced by residents and the alarming prevalence of violent crime in the region. Let’s delve into the numbers that highlight the dangerous realities in some of the most vulnerable nations in Latin America.

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"As of 2021, El Salvador is considered the most violent country in Latin America with a homicide rate of 50 per 100,000 inhabitants."

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"In 2019, Honduras had the second highest murder rate in Latin America, at 37.6 homicides per 100,000 population."

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"41% of all the world's homicides occur in Latin America even though the region contains just 8% of the global population."

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"In 2020, Venezuela was described as the most dangerous country in Latin America based on percentage of residents who feel unsafe."

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"91.8% of people surveyed in Venezuela in 2019 said they feel insecure, thus making Venezuela to be seen as the most insecure nation in Latin America."

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"Brazil had the highest number of homicides in Latin America in 2018, with 57,358 reported cases."

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"In 2018, 94% of all homicides in Brazil were carried out using guns."

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"Guatemala had a homicide rate of about 22.4 per 100,000 population in 2019."

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"Colombia had the most number of internally displaced people - 5.6 million - due to violence in Latin America as of 2017."

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"As of 2020, Venezuela was ranked as the second most dangerous country in the world because of its crime levels."

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"Mexico had over 31,000 homicides in 2017, largest ever recorded in its history."

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"Year 2020 marked the sixth straight year of increasing murders in Mexico, with a record of 34,523 killings reported."

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"In 2019, Ciudad Juarez in Mexico was reported as more deadly than the current war zone in Afghanistan."

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"Approximately 43.6% of all homicides globally, occur in Latin America and the Caribbean."

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"Minors are involved in almost half of all crimes in Guatemala city, indicating high level of underage crime involvement."

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"Venezuela is considered to be the most dangerous coutry in the world with a crime index of 84.36 in 2020."

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"One person is murdered every two hours in El Salvador, highlighting the severity of crime rates."

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"Brazil was the deadliest place on earth for environmental campaigners in 2019, with at least 24 people killed."

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"Colombia was reported as the most dangerous place on earth for human rights defenders with 132 killings reported in 2020."

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"The highest violent crime rates in Latin America were in countries with ongoing internal conflicts or high levels of organized crime (e.g., Mexico, Honduras, and El Salvador)."

In conclusion, Latin America faces significant challenges related to violence and insecurity, with several countries consistently ranking among the most dangerous in the region and the world. The high rates of homicides, feelings of insecurity among residents, and prevalence of gun violence highlight the urgent need for effective crime prevention and public safety measures. The region’s disproportionately high contribution to global homicide rates underscores the severity of the situation and the need for targeted interventions to address underlying issues contributing to violence. Improved efforts to tackle crime, strengthen law enforcement, and promote social welfare and development are critical in addressing the root causes of violence and creating safer communities across Latin America.