Young men between the ages of 15 and 35 represent the overwhelming majority of victims of homicides and accidents in the Dominican Republic. This demographic, typically characterized by milestones such as education, career development, and family formation, is disproportionately affected by deaths categorized as external causes.
The data underscores a significant vulnerability for this age group during a period intended for life-building. The high frequency of these fatalities highlights a persistent trend in which young males are consistently overrepresented in mortality statistics related to violence and accidental incidents.
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