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Mexico Extortion Up 21% as 089 Complaints Jump 85% Under National Strategy

New national data show increased reporting through the 089 hotline since the July 6 rollout.

Overview

  • The SESNSP reports the average daily extortion rate rose year over year to 29.60 from 24.51 for January through September 2025.
  • Since the anti-extortion strategy began on July 6, daily complaints to 089 increased from 349 to 647, an 85% rise.
  • Authorities attended 59,283 extortion-related calls, with 74% not consummated, 16% attempted or deceptive, and 10% consummated.
  • Prosecutors opened 1,986 investigation files between July 6 and September 28 linked to reported extortion cases.
  • Security forces detained 386 people in 19 states through coordinated operations, and officials urge victims to seek real-time help via 089.