Medellín recorded five homicides in September, its lowest monthly toll in 50 years, according to city figures. Experts cite stronger policing, prosecutors, and social investment in the city of 2.5 million, but warn that powerful criminal groups may also be restraining violence for their own interests.
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Medellín records its lowest monthly homicide toll in 50 years

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Medellín recorded five homicides in September, its lowest monthly toll in 50 years, according to city figures. Experts cite stronger policing, prosecutors, and social investment in the city of 2.5 million, but warn that powerful criminal groups may also be restraining violence for their own interests.

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