InSight Crime
Monday, July 29, 2013 - 00:00
According to the figures collected by the National Autonomous University of Honduras, there were 2,929 murders during the first five months of 2013 -3.7 percent less than the 3,043 killings registered over the same period in 2012.
Wednesday, July 17, 2013 - 00:00
A primary entry point for cocaine into Argentina is the Ruta 34 highway which begins on the border with Bolivia and ends in Rosario
Tuesday, July 16, 2013 - 00:00
The idea that up to a third of Mexico's disappeared victims may in fact be working in slave-like conditions is a horrifying proposition, although it seems unlikely.
Tuesday, July 16, 2013 - 00:00
His capture may open the door for a full-scale battle for his territories by both the Zetas and their rivals
Monday, July 15, 2013 - 00:00
The Juarez Metropolitan Police take the credit, but in fact, much of the credit should go to the 177 private security companies who guard stores, patrol the streets and serve as personal bodyguards.
Wednesday, July 3, 2013 - 00:00
According to police officials, El Salvador had 182 murders in June 2013, up from 166 in the same month in 2012.
Wednesday, July 3, 2013 - 00:00
The recent seizure of nearly 26 kilos of marijuana brings total Chilean drug seizures to more than eight tons in the first half of 2013, representing a sharp increase from the same period of the previous year.
Wednesday, July 3, 2013 - 00:00
An analysis center backed by the University of Chile is working with security forces in developing mathematical models that promote more efficient ways to fight crime.
Tuesday, July 2, 2013 - 00:00
A wave of violence against candidates has sparked fears of political interference and pressure by criminal groups as 14 of Mexico's 32 states prepare to hold local elections on July 7
Friday, June 28, 2013 - 00:00
If the Gendarmerie is not going to be of the size originally proposed, the obvious implication is that the armed forces are going to continue to be involved in public security matters for a long time.