Honduras Reports Lower Homicide Rate in First Half

Published on Honduras Daily · Jun 30, 2026 · Originally reported June 30, 2026 by Once Noticias

Police say the homicide rate fell to 11.74 per 100,000 in the first six months of 2026, with 103 municipalities reporting no killings, though experts call for independent verification and note that femicides remain high at about 135 cases.

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Also reported by: Radio América Honduras, Radio Cadena Voces (X)

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