In a world brimming with diverse landscapes and vibrant cultures, it’s disheartening to recognize the presence of cities struggling with soaring crime rates.
Crime is often a high priority political issue in developed countries, regardless of the country’s crime rates.
As we explore the world’s most dangerous cities, we would be acquainted with the stark reality that safety remains a distant dream for many.
- Colima, Mexico
According to Statistics, Colima’s soaring homicide rate of 181.94 per 100,000 folks has earned it the top spot.
2. New Orleans, U.S.A
This US city is plagued by 70.56 homicides per 100,000 people.
3. Mossoro, Brazil
This Brazilian gem, often overshadowed, bears the troubling weight of crime in its passionate heart. With with 63.21 homicides per 100,000 people.
4. Cape Town, South Africa
This is shocking as the city has often been referred to as the best city to travel to. Meanwhile, Cape Town sits at 63.00 homicides per 100,000 people.
5. Kingston, Jamaica
Kingston, even though it jams to the peaceful rhythms of reggae, struggles with the threat of violence, with 58.46 homicides per 100,000 residents.
6. Port-au-Prince, Haiti
The Haitian capital of Port-au-Prince, at 54.75 homicides per 100,000 people, has a history stained with violence and still battles with this problem today.
7. Guayaquil, Ecuador
Alongside its beauty, the city recorded 47.77 homicides per 100,000 residents.
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