Safety and Security
Days Without Homicides in El Salvador: A Positive Trend in National Security and Public Safety
El Salvador’s ongoing safety transformation continue making headlines in 2026, as the days without homicides are increasing—this is good news for people living in El Salvador. As of July 20, 2026, El Salvador has already recorded 172 days without a … Read more
El Salvador Homicide Rate: From the World’s Most Violent Country to a Regional Security Model
Thus far in 2026, El Salvador homicide rate is at 0.16 per day or 0.93 homicides per 100,000 people. Furthermore, this year, the country has achieved 172 days with no murders. This year’s figures are almost similar to the same … Read more
Over 1,250 Intoxicated Drivers Arrested in El Salvador in 2026: Road Safety Enforcement Increases
Over 1,250 Intoxicated drivers have been arrested in El Salvador thus far in 2026, marking a significant increase compared to the same period last year, according to the latest official data released. As of July 16, the National Civil Police … Read more
Traffic Deaths in El Salvador Rise 21.7% in 2026, 137 More Fatalities Than Last Year
Traffic deaths in El Salvador are rising in 2026. According to the Fund for the Care of Victims of Traffic Accidents (FONAT), from January 1 to July 13, authorities recorded 767 fatalities on the country’s roads, a sharp increase compared … Read more
Safest Months in El Salvador: June 2026 Joins the List of the Country’s Most Secure Months
Once plagued by one of the world’s highest murder rates, El Salvador is now posting some of its safest months in more than half a century. Based on homicides, June 2026 entered the list of safest months in El Salvador; … Read more
El Salvador Traffic Accidents: Over 11,500 Cases and 734 Deaths Reported Thus Far in 2026
Over 11,500 traffic accidents were recorded in El Salvador during the first six months of 2026, resulting in 734 deaths, according to data from the National Road Safety Observatory, which manages the Fund for Assistance to Victims of Traffic Accidents … Read more
El Salvador State of Exception Security Measure Extended for the 52nd Consecutive Time
El Salvador’s Legislative Assembly approved the 52nd consecutive extension of the state of Exception, prolonging the extraordinary measure that has restricted key constitutional rights since March 2022. The motion passed with 57 votes from deputies of the Nuevas Ideas Party … Read more