Analysis of Violence Patterns in Mexico: A Complex Temporal Networks Approach

Edwin Montes-Orozco, Roman-Anselmo Mora-Gutiérrez, Roberto Bernal-Jaquez and Daniela Aguirre-Guerrero

Complexity, 2025, vol. 2025, 1-11

Abstract: Violence in Mexico presents a significant challenge to public safety and social stability and requires a comprehensive understanding of its temporal dynamics. This study uses a complex temporal networks approach to analyze patterns of violence across municipalities, focusing on crimes such as homicide, sexual assault, discrimination, and armed robbery. Using data spanning 6 years (2015–2021), this study builds temporal networks to find fundamental patterns and trends in violence. Then, using advanced network analysis techniques, including robustness assessment and influence quantification, key influential municipalities were identified within the violence network. The findings of this research can offer valuable information to carry out specific interventions and resource allocation strategies to improve public safety in Mexico.

Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.1155/cplx/4454714

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