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Top Ten List of Most Violent Cities in the World Overwhelmingly Dominated by Mexico

Puerto Vallarta (PVDN) - The non-profit organization, Citizen Council for Public Safety and Criminal Justice, annually conducts a comprehensive study, determining the world's most violent cities. This evaluation is primarily based on the homicide rate per 100,000 residents in urban areas with a population exceeding 300,000, not currently involved in armed conflicts. In their recent 2022 report, the top ten list was overwhelmingly dominated by cities in Mexico, with just a single exception.

  1. Acapulco de Juárez, Mexico

Despite being a highly sought-after tourist destination . . .

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