Security is a central concern in the lives of citizens in Latin America. According to the Latinobarometer Report (2024), security is the second most pressing concern in Latin America, with 22% of respondents mentioning it, second only to the economy (42%). Furthermore, a study by Malamud and Nuñez (2024) indicates that more than 76% of the population fears becoming a victim of crime, reflecting the perception of increased crime among Latin Americans in recent years. This has led to a growing reliance by public authorities on control strategies and "wars" against crime, which have become central themes in recent election campaigns (InSight Crime, 2023a), as was the case in Ecuador and Mexico, countries where discussions about organized crime have shaped the presidential election agenda (InSight Crime, 2023b).