Medellín cerró 2025 con 276 muertes en las vías: 162 eran motociclistas y 100 peatones

TL;DR

Medellín recorded 276 road deaths in 2025, an 11.8% decrease from 2024.
Motorcyclists accounted for 162 deaths, and pedestrians for 100.
Common causes of accidents include lack of skill, speeding, and disobedience to traffic rules.
The 27-59 age group was most affected, followed by 19-26 and over 60.
La Candelaria had the highest number of deaths (61), followed by Castilla (43).
San Sebastián de Palmitas saw a 400% increase in deaths.
Deficiencies in public transport push people towards motorcycles.
Trips in private vehicles and informal platforms increased by over 100%.
The city conducted educational actions through the 'Te Queremos Vivo' campaign.
Medellín's Mayor's Office assumed direct operation of photo-detection cameras to emphasize prevention.
Accidents with injuries increased by 30% in 2025 compared to 2024.

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