El Salvador has achieved a historic milestone of 942 days without homicides since President Nayib Bukele assumed office in June 2019, positioning the country as a global leader in public security and crime prevention. Of those, 828 days occurred under the State of Emergency, implemented on March 27, 2022, as part of the government’s intensified crackdown on gangs and organized crime.
According to the National Civil Police (PNC), the most recent day without homicides was Tuesday, June 24, marking 144 murder-free days in 2025 alone. This includes 21 days in June, following 25 in May and April, 22 in March, 26 in February, and 25 in January.
These consistent results are credited to the Bukele security model, combining military and police coordination with robust social investment. The government’s strategy not only dismantled violent criminal structures but also allowed ministries to reclaim neighborhoods once dominated by gangs. Notable interventions include communities such as La Campanera in Soyapango and San Martín, which have since undergone significant transformation.
The effectiveness of El Salvador’s public safety model has drawn international recognition, including attention from the United States. During a recent visit, U.S. Undersecretary of State Christopher Landau met with President Bukele and praised the country’s improved security. “We have a great partner in President Bukele and we appreciate El Salvador’s leadership in the region,” Landau stated.
He also toured the historic center of San Salvador, describing it as a positive experience during his first visit to the city, where he engaged with digital and technology business leaders.
As El Salvador continues to set global benchmarks in security, anti-gang efforts, and citizen protection, the Bukele administration reaffirms its commitment to maintaining peace and stability across the country.
