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Social programs and rising insecurity in La Plata
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The Municipality of La Plata has initiated various social programs focused on community rights and prevention, including the ‘Violentómetro’ to identify gender-based violence, menstrual hygiene workshops, and support for LGTBT+ individuals. Additionally, the ‘Familias Preventoras’ program was introduced to provide guidance and training for families dealing with addiction. Following these social initiatives, local political representatives from the La Libertad Avanza party have raised concerns regarding rising insecurity. Deputy Juanes Osaba criticized Mayor Julio Alak, claiming the mayor’s ambitions for the governorship are disconnected from local safety realities and stating that La Plata “no longer feels as secure as it once did.” Councilman Gastón Álvarez has submitted formal requests for information regarding the provincial security plan, specifically seeking details on police resource distribution, the operational status of patrol vehicles, and officer numbers. In the Tolosa neighborhood, Councilman Juan Pablo Allan highlighted severe issues with robberies and drug trafficking, arguing the situation exceeds local capacity and suggesting the municipality request assistance from federal forces. Proposed solutions include increased investment in security technology, such as cameras, and providing municipal agents with non-lethal weapons to assist the Buenos Aires Provincial Police. Recent data indicates highlights a significant upward trend in violence within the urban area. violence. As of September 20, 2026, homicide rates in the La Plata judicial department have risen, rose, with 20 homicides recorded in La Plata and Berisso combined compared to 14 during the same period in 2025, representing a 42.86 percent increase. This rise contrasts with a historical downward trend in homicides observed across the broader judicial department between 2022 and 2025. Councilman Guillermo Bardón of La Libertad Avanza further reported that approximately six or seven out of ten residents identify insecurity as their primary concern. He cited statistics indicating a 19% increase in thefts in La Plata and a 10% year-over-year rise in drug dealing, criticizing municipal and provincial authorities for ineffective police oversight.
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- 2026-09-23 05:22 UTC Social programs and rising insecurity in La Plata
- 2026-09-21 06:21 UTC Social programs and rising insecurity in La Plata
- 2026-09-18 05:31 UTC Social programs and security concerns in La Plata
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