Mérida ranks fifth nationally in police trust; mayor highlights security strategy

Mérida, Yucatán, is solidifying its reputation as a national benchmark for peace and security, according to Mayor Cecilia Patrón Laviada. The city ranks fifth nationally in police trust, with a significant 72.9% of citizens expressing confidence in the Municipal Police, a figure that surpasses the national average by 20 points.

Patrón Laviada attributes this success to a comprehensive strategy that integrates prevention, community proximity, institutional coordination, and rapid response capabilities. "Caring for peace, community life, tranquility, and the dignity of our city is a shared responsibility and a commitment we renew every day," she stated during a meeting of the Inter-institutional Peace Table.

The municipal administration has undertaken several key initiatives. These include the modernization of public lighting, with 57,986 LED luminaires installed, achieving 100% coverage in the city's outlying areas. Operational capacities have also been enhanced with a new Operations Base at the San Benito market, the acquisition of 12 patrol cars through state government coordination, and 20 new motorcycles for surveillance and community engagement.

Further strengthening security, 10 "Alerta Segura" buttons have been installed in the city center to ensure prompt attention to residents, workers, and visitors. Prevention programs like D.A.R.E. and "Mérida te cuida" are active, alongside the deployment of 200 officers during the "Verano Seguro" (Safe Summer) operation. These efforts aim to guarantee the peace, tranquility, and quality of life for Mérida's families.

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Caring for peace, community life, tranquility, and the dignity of our city is a shared responsibility and a commitment we renew every day, so we work daily to prevent, strengthen our institutions, and protect families.