# Mexico security and crime statistics reports

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/mexico-security-and-crime-statistics-reports
> Updated: 2026-10-21T03:30:41.000Z. Sources: 26. Developments: 2.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum reported significant progress in bilateral cooperation with the United States, noting a 98 percent decrease in irregular crossings at the northern border and a 75 percent drop in fentanyl seizures in the U.S. Sheinbaum highlighted the use of “mirror operations” and the extradition of approximately 94 drug traffickers.

In Mexico City, Secretary of Citizen Security Pablo Vázquez reported to Congress that high-impact crimes decreased by 64 percent in the first half of 2026 compared to 2019. Intentional homicides reportedly dropped by 53 percent relative to 2019 levels. During his second government report review, Vázquez noted a 24 percent decrease in high-impact crimes under the current administration and an 18 percent drop in intentional homicides. 

To support these efforts, the administration has conducted 184,000 surveillance operations, acquired 3,500 patrol cars, and is expanding the video surveillance network with a goal of reaching 120,000 cameras by December. Between October 2024 and September 2026, authorities detained 12,381 individuals for high-impact crimes and seized 1.8 tons of marijuana, 232 kilograms of cocaine, and over 3,000 firearms. While officials highlighted these reductions, opposition legislators raised questions regarding whether these statistics reflect a genuine improvement in security against common crimes like theft and extortion.

## Claims

- Ecatepec reported a 41.8 percent reduction in high-impact crimes. (single source)
- Residential burglaries in Ecatepec decreased by 59 percent. (single source)
- Cuautitlán Izcalli saw a 25 percent decrease in high-impact crime between January and September 2026 compared to 2024. (single source)
- Intentional homicides in Cuautitlán Izcalli fell by 44.1 percent compared to 2024. (single source)
- Cuauhtémoc crime incidence fell from 2,639 to 2,482 crimes in September 2026. (single source)
- Cuauhtémoc has established 543 ‘Puntos Violeta’ for women's support. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-21: Mexico City security secretary reports crime reductions to Congress

Mexico City's security secretary, Pablo Vázquez, presented reports to Congress showing significant drops in high-impact crimes and homicides, alongside increased police operations and drug seizures.

18 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/legislative-reforms-approved-in-guanajuato-and-guerrero

### 2026-10-09: Mexico reports 98% drop in irregular border crossings

President Claudia Sheinbaum announced a 98% reduction in irregular border crossings and a 75% drop in fentanyl seizures due to increased cooperation with the United States.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mexico-reports-98-drop-in-irregular-border-crossings

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