NGO reports 5 cases of domestic violence in El Salvador in January and February 2026
The organization Ormusa reported at least five cases of domestic violence in El Salvador between January and February 2026, events that could be considered attempted feminicides and reflect the persistence of gender-based violence in the family sphere.
TL;DR
- Ormusa reported at least five cases of domestic violence in El Salvador between January 1 and February 24, 2026.
- These incidents are considered potential attempted feminicides, reflecting persistent gender-based violence.
- Cases were registered in Santa Ana, La Libertad, La Paz, and San Miguel departments.
- February saw an increase in reported cases, raising an early warning for gender-based violence within families.
- President Bukele stated that 90% of homicides are now due to domestic violence or alcohol-related fights.
- The Minister of Security noted that 31 out of 82 homicides in 2025 were related to family intolerance, with over 50% linked to alcohol consumption.
- Ormusa also reported 26 feminicides in 2025, a 33% decrease from 2024.