On the days leading up to the commemoration of March 8, International Women's Day, the Citizen Observatory of León (OCL) has presented its 2024 Hemerographic Bulletin, which highlights an alarming increase in the number of women victims of crimes against life in the city. Although men continue to be the most affected group (80% of cases), the trend in gender violence has shown a worrying rise, generating concern among activists and security specialists.
According to the report, the number of cases of women victims of crimes against life has risen from 148 in 2021 to 268 in 2024, representing an 81% increase in just four years. In the period 2021-2024, women accounted for 15% of the victims of these crimes in the city, coinciding with reports from feminist groups demanding greater oversight and public policies to ensure the safety of women in León.
The bulletin also highlights that the availability of firearms is a determining factor in the lethality of attacks, and that there is a high level of impunity in detaining those responsible. In light of this situation, the OCL urges authorities to design a comprehensive security model with a gender perspective, which includes specific strategies for the protection of women, as well as measurable indicators and goals to assess progress in the fight against gender violence.
During the presentation of the report, specialist Othón Partido emphasized the importance of addressing conflict without resorting to aggression and the need to implement effective measures to combat violence against women. With the approach of 8M, the day when many women will take to the streets to demand justice and equality, this report reinforces the urgency of addressing this issue comprehensively.
The Hemerographic Bulletin also reveals that 60% of crimes against life occurred in public spaces, making public areas the most dangerous places for the female population. These findings highlight the need to implement urgent measures to ensure the safety of women in León and to create a safer and more equitable environment for all.
