🇲🇽 Claudia Sheinbaum
Mexico Murder Count Passes 50,000 Under Sheinbaum
What happened
A private count by TResearch estimates that more than 50,000 people have been murdered in Mexico since President Claudia Sheinbaum took office, with an average of 66 victims per day over 756 days. This count differs from official figures, which show a fall of about half since September 2024. The official count is based on death certificates, while TResearch blends official data with a daily tally.
Why it matters
The high murder count in Mexico is significant because it remains a major concern for the US government, which presses Mexico on issues related to cartels, fentanyl, and trade. The discrepancy between the private and official counts highlights the complexity of tracking homicide statistics in Mexico.
Key facts
- TResearch estimates that over 50,000 people have been murdered in Mexico since Sheinbaum became president.
- The official count shows a fall of about half since September 2024.
- The private and official counts differ due to different methods of tracking homicide statistics.
- The average daily count by TResearch is 66 victims.
- The SESNSP counts investigations by prosecutors, while INEGI counts death certificates.
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