Safety and Security
Days Without Homicides in El Salvador: A Positive Trend in National Security and Public Safety
El Salvador’s ongoing safety transformation continues to make headlines in 2026, as the number of days without homicides increases—good news for people living in El Salvador. As of October 20, 2026, El Salvador has already recorded 247 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’s homicide rate is at 0.17 per day or 0.96 homicides per 100,000 people. Furthermore, this year, the country has achieved 247 days with no murders. This year’s figures are similar to the same period … Read more
Over 1,900 Intoxicated Drivers Arrested in El Salvador in 2026: Road Safety Enforcement Increases
Over 1,900 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 October 14, the National Civil Police … Read more
Traffic Deaths in El Salvador Rise 22.4% This Year, 208 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 October 13, authorities recorded 1,135 fatalities on the country’s roads, a sharp increase compared … Read more
MS-13 Gang Tattoos Explained: Meanings, Symbols, and History
MS-13 Gang Tattoos begins with understanding how body art became a recognizable part of Mara Salvatrucha, a violent street gang with roots in Los Angeles and strong historical ties to El Salvador. For decades, gang members used tattoos to display … Read more
The Most Dangerous Places In El Salvador in 2026: Ranked by Homicide Rates
Over the last few years, El Salvador has made tremendous strides in security improvement. The country has gone from one of the most dangerous in Latin America to one of the safest—if not the safest. According to homicide data released … Read more
Traffic Accidents in El Salvador: Over 16,750 Cases and 1,078 Deaths Reported Thus Far in 2026
Over 16,750 traffic accidents were recorded in El Salvador during the first nine months of 2026, resulting in 1,078 deaths, according to data from the National Road Safety Observatory, which manages the Fund for Assistance to Victims of Traffic Accidents … Read more