At a Glance
- 16% drop in homicides, 928 deaths in 2025
- First time below 1,000 violent deaths in eight years
- Cameras, prosecutions and gang transfers credited
- Why it matters: Lower violence improves safety for residents and visitors
Juarez, Texas has reduced homicides by 16% in 2025, falling to 928 from 1,102 in 2024 and marking the first year below 1,000 violent deaths in eight years.
Homicide Decline
Juarez recorded 928 homicides in 2025, a 16% decrease from 1,102 in 2024. Mayor Cruz Perez Cuellar said the trend shows the city is improving.
Mayor Cruz Perez Cuellar stated:
> “We have been trending down all year; this year is much better than last.”
Mayor Cruz Perez Cuellar added:
> “Another thing we need to say is we have lots of public events where nothing (bad) happens. I think we are on the right track and we need to continue working.”
Community Efforts
Public events such as the Juangabrielisimo festival, margarita fest on Juarez Avenue, and Expogan Juarez drew thousands and saw no crime.
- Juangabrielisimo festival
- Margarita fest on Juarez Avenue
- Expogan Juarez
Law Enforcement Measures
Chihuahua state police credited hundreds of new security cameras, vigorous prosecutions, and the transfer of gang members from Cereso No. 3 prison to other cities.
| Year | Homicides |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,102 |
| 2025 | 928 |
Ongoing Challenges
Despite progress, 2.5 murders per day still occur, 18 femicides have been recorded, and kidnappings-including business professionals-have spiked earlier this year.
Guillermo Asiain said:
> “It is an improvement over previous years, the decrease in homicides is heartening.”
Guillermo Asiain continued:
> “(But) it shows us we continue to have issues with violence – and violence against women with 18 femicides.”
Guillermo Asiain added:
> “I would summarize (the drop in homicides) as an important step forward but still not enough. We have made some progress, but more work needs to be done.”
Guillermo Asiain also noted:
> “We cannot be complacent. We still don’t have a peaceful city but we no longer have a city that is as violent as it was three to four years ago.”
Guillermo Asiain warned:
> “I am worried about a spike in kidnappings earlier this year, including some targeting business professionals. The issue has been “contained” in recent months although migrants passing through Juarez are still at a high risk of being abducted by criminals.”
Key Takeaways
- 928 homicides in 2025, a 16% drop from 2024.
- Cameras, prosecutions, and gang transfers credited for the decline.
- 2.5 murders per day, 18 femicides, and kidnapping spikes remain concerns.
Juarez’s homicide reduction marks a significant step toward safer streets, but continued effort is essential to sustain progress.
