Benito Juárez sees over 17% drop in high-impact crime in first half of 2026

Crime rates in the Benito Juárez mayor's office have seen a significant decrease, with a 17.48% drop in high-impact offenses during the first seven months of 2026. Mayor Luis Mendoza attributed this success to the "Blindar BJ360°" strategy and strong collaboration between the local administration, the Mexico City Security Secretariat (SSC), and the city government.

"In Benito Juárez, security is built every day with work, strategy, and coordination," Mendoza stated. "Today we have good news: from January to July, high-impact crimes decreased by more than 17%. These results are the product of the coordinated work of Blindar BJ360° with various institutions and, above all, with the neighbors."

Specific crime reductions highlighted include a 44% decrease in intentional homicide, an 83% drop in intentional firearm-related injuries, a 28% reduction in vehicle theft (both with and without violence), and a 23% decrease in street robbery. Mendoza emphasized that security remains a top priority, aiming to ensure the tranquility and well-being of residents and those who transit through the area.

Mexico City's Head of Government, Clara Brugada, acknowledged the effective collaboration with Mayor Mendoza, noting the positive impact on reducing high-impact crimes. "I am pleased to say that in the crimes we monitor most closely, we are doing well, decreasing each month, each evaluation, and I appreciate the coordination with the mayor in Benito Juárez, Luis Mendoza; we are working together to deliver good results," Brugada said.