Martinique is facing a security crisis marked by high violence, but it is not ranked as the French department most affected. Data from 2025 reveals that it ranks third for homicides and attempted homicides, as well as fourth for armed robberies. In terms of drug trafficking, it is ranked tenth nationally, highlighting the complexity of the security situation on the island.
Martinique: between security crisis and the reality of violence statistics
This article was updated at 11:15.