Mother's Day resulted in a positive security outcome in Colombia: Police reported 39 murders and a 56% reduction in deaths caused by altercations.

Authorities reported over 11,000 incidents of disruptive behavior and seized 4,210 sharp-edged weapons during the weekend. In Cali and the Valle del Cauca region, the focus is on preventing violence, with mechanisms in place for reporting and mediation. Photo: Cali City Hall. NATIONAL JOURNALIST 05.11.2026 12:03 Updated: 05.11.2026 12:03 Following one of the historically most violent days of the year in Colombia, Mother's Day, authorities released a national security report that they described as positive compared to previous years' figures. According to figures from the Police National Statistical, Criminal, Offense, and Operational System (Siedco), 39 homicides were recorded nationwide on May 10, 2026, compared to 67 cases during the same celebration in 2025, representing a 42% decrease and 28 lives saved. Homicide figures on Mother's Day. Authorities highlighted a 56% reduction in homicides associated with fights compared to the previous year, as this is typically the main cause of high violence during this date. However, they issued an urgent call for citizen reflection, noting that 17 people lost their lives in incidents related to intolerance. In Cali and the Valle del Cauca, the focus is on preventing violence. Photo: Cali City Hall. "Every life lost represents a family marked by pain and a celebration that ended in tragedy. Although the results are encouraging, the real challenge remains cultural: learning to resolve our differences through dialogue and not through violence," the National Police stated in an official statement. Also, authorities reported 11,735 incidents of disruptive behavior during the weekend. This included 4,191 cases related to the possession of sharp-edged weapons and 1,115 citations related to fights or violent confrontations. The cities with the highest number of corrective measures were Bogotá, with 3,125 cases; Santiago de Cali, with 1,252; Medellín, with 884; Bucaramanga, with 575, and Barranquilla, with 347. Prevention for Mother's Day. Photo: Cali City Hall. In addition, the Police seized 4,210 sharp-edged weapons, items that pose a high risk to life and that, in many cases, turn momentary arguments into irreparable tragedies. Public Force Measures on Mother's Day. One of the most important components of the institutional operation was the presence of 9,329 police officers trained in mediation and conflict resolution, who were available to assist citizens and promote dialogue as the main tool for resolving differences and preventing unfortunate events. Similarly, "377 Purple Patrols, made up of 821 uniformed officers specializing in addressing gender-based violence, 489 women and 332 men, remained active throughout the country, providing guidance, support, and immediate assistance to women who are victims of violence," authorities reported. Authorities attributed this result to the institutional deployment carried out within the framework of the preventive strategy "We invite you to celebrate Mother's Day with hugs and not with absences," through which more than 26,000 police officers accompanied Colombian families throughout the national territory with actions of prevention, control, and conflict mediation. Finally, the institution highlighted the majority behavior of citizens during the day and invited Colombians to continue strengthening values such as tolerance, respect, and peaceful coexistence as fundamental pillars for building safe environments and protecting life. Follow all the information from Colombia on Facebook and Twitter, or in our weekly newsletter. NEWSLETTERS EL TIEMPO Register for our newsletters and receive news in your email according to your interests. Stay informed with what really matters to you. EL TIEMPO GOOGLE NEWS Follow us on GOOGLE NEWS. Stay always updated with the latest news, coverage, stories, and analysis directly on Google News. EL TIEMPO WHATSAPP Join the El Tiempo channel on WhatsApp to stay up-to-date with the most relevant news at the moment. EL TIEMPO APP Stay informed with the EL TIEMPO app. Receive the latest news, coverage, stories, and analysis directly on your device. SUBSCRIBE TO DIGITAL Reliable information for you. Subscribe to EL TIEMPO and access our journalistic content without limits.