# Honduran national security and crime reduction efforts > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/honduran-national-security-and-crime-reduction-efforts > Updated: 2026-09-14T18:07:47.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 2. Honduran security officials have reported progress in reducing violent crime while seeking expanded resources to combat organized crime. Security Minister Gerzón Velásquez informed the National Congress that homicides have decreased by over 4%, with a goal to reduce the homicide rate by at least two points from the previous 26.2 per 100,000 inhabitants. Velásquez highlighted the need for increased budgetary and political support, noting that Honduras maintains the smallest police force in Central America. In response to persistent criminal structures, the Honduran Armed Forces have declared their readiness to support new anti-crime strategies. This includes the potential implementation of a ‘state of exception’, which may involve the temporary suspension of certain constitutional guarantees, such as freedom of assembly and movement. While government officials view these measures as necessary, civil society groups have expressed concerns regarding the impact on constitutional rights. The Military Public Order Police (PMOP) is expected to serve as the primary institution for these operations. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-14: Honduran Armed Forces prepare to support new anti-crime strategies Honduran Armed Forces chief Héctor Benjamín Valerio Ardón confirmed the military is ready to support new security strategies, including a potential state of exception, to combat criminal organizations. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/honduran-armed-forces-prepare-to-support-new-anti-crime-strategies ### 2026-08-31: Honduras Security Minister presents crime reduction results to Congress Honduran Security Minister Gerzón Velásquez is presenting crime reduction results to Congress, reporting a 4% drop in homicides while seeking more funding to bolster the nation's small police force. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/honduras-security-minister-presents-crime-reduction-results-to-congress --- Cite as: Honduran national security and crime reduction efforts. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/honduran-national-security-and-crime-reduction-efforts