Warning: Mexican Consulate alerts citizens to increasing crime in D.C.
Security Concerns in Washington, D.C.
Secret Service agents patrol the security fence around the perimeter of the White House in Washington, D.C.
Crime Warning for Mexican Citizens
The crime situation in the nation’s capital has reached alarming levels, prompting the Mexican government to issue a warning to its citizens. Previously safe areas in Washington, D.C. are now considered risky.
The Mexican consulate in Washington, D.C. released a statement on Tuesday evening, urging the Mexican community to take precautions. They advised Mexicans in the city to call 911 in case of emergencies and provided an emergency number for consular assistance.
❗️Atención comunidad mexicana:
La ciudad de Washington, D.C. está presentando un aumento significativo de delitos en zonas antes consideradas como seguras.
Toma precauciones. En una emergencia, llama al 911. Para asistencia consular urgente, marca (202) 997-0560.#Cuidémonos
— Consulmex Washington (@ConsulMexWas) July 25, 2023
Although Mexico is often associated with high crime rates, the homicide rate in Washington, D.C. is not far behind. In 2021, the district saw 23.52 homicides per 100,000 people, while Mexico recorded 28 per 100,000 in 2018.
The warning comes amidst the rising crime in the nation’s capital. Washington, D.C. has already witnessed 138 homicides this year, with 21 occurring in the month of July alone. While many cities in the United States are experiencing a decline in violent crime, Washington, D.C. has seen a disturbing 37 percent increase in violent crime and a 19 percent increase in homicides this year.
Furthermore, Washington, D.C. has been shaken by several high-profile violent assaults and murders. In February, Democratic Rep. Angie Craig (Minn.) was attacked in her building just blocks away from the Capitol. Additionally, a senior staffer for Sen. Rand Paul (R., Ky.) was stabbed near his workplace, narrowly escaping death. Both suspects in these cases had extensive criminal records but were still able to freely roam the streets.
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