Colombia closed December with the lowest homicide rate in 7 years

The end of year season It was not only marked by celebrations and family reunions; It was also the scene of a great institutional effort to guarantee security, tranquility and care of life. The National Police presented the balance of the plan ‘Christmas with a Purpose’a strategy deployed during December and the New Year celebrations, which left positive results for the country.

“With a permanent presence in streets, neighborhoods, shopping centers, tourist areas and highways, the institution had thousands of uniformed personnel, technological support and operational equipment to accompany Colombian families in one of the most sensitive times of the year, always prioritizing life and well-being,” reported the National Police through a statement.

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Fewer homicides, more lives protected

One of the most encouraging data in the balance was recorded during the celebration of New Year. Thanks to preventive work, controls and timely presence of the authoritiesthe country reported a 30% reduction in homicidescompared to the same period in 2024.

This result, according to the National Policeallowed save 15 livesthat is, 15 families that today did not have to mourn a tragedy.

Likewise, it was known that in the December general balance, Colombia recorded a 6% decrease in homicidesequivalent to 72 lives protected compared to the previous year.

The largest reductions occurred in:

Bogota: 20 less cases
Barranquilla: 19 fewer cases
Pereira: 18 less cases

Furthermore, December closed with a rate of 26 homicides per 100 thousand inhabitantsthe lowest in the last seven yearsa fact that marks a positive signal in the fight against violence.

“A country that celebrated and traveled with greater security”: National Police

During the end of year season, thousands of people traveledthey were reunited with their loved ones and enjoyed tourist destinations throughout the country. To accompany this dynamic, the National Police development 17,426 prevention and support activities in tourist areas, terminals, airports and road corridors, guaranteeing safer environments for locals and visitors.

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He control of adulterated liquor It was another key front. “During December the dismantling of two stills and the seizure of 11,494 bottles of adulterated liquorthanks to 16,628 control plans in different regions. Each action prevented possible poisoning, hospitalizations and family tragedies,” the institution noted.

“Zero gunpowder, more life”: the commitment to responsible celebrations

In terms of gunpowder, the National Police executed 19,994 control planswhich allowed the seizure of more than 11 tons of pyrotechnic material. Likewise, they imposed 14,517 summonses and it was illegal factory dismantled.

According to the address of the National Policethe purpose was clear: reduce risks, especially protect children and avoid burns that every year leave painful consequences.

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A balance that speaks of effort, prevention and commitment

The National Police He stressed that these results are not only figures, but protected life stories, accompanied families and quieter communities. The institution reaffirmed its commitment to continue working for the life, security and coexistenceinviting Colombians to start the new year with co-responsibility, respect for the norm and mutual care.

Purple Patrol: support and protection for women and families

Another of the results that most reflects the human component of the so-called Christmas plan has to do with the protection of women and the family nucleus.

During December there was a 18% reduction in cases of domestic violence and one 27% decrease in femicidesthanks to the work of the Purple Patrol“who not only acts, but listens, accompanies and provides guidance.” In total they advanced 10,668 compliance activities and 4,140 prevention campaignsimpacting more than 92,000 citizenssending a clear message: Violence against women has no place and the protection of the family is a prioritysaid the leadership of the National Police.