Panama registers nearly 4,000 reports of sexual offenses in seven months

Between January and July 2026, Panama recorded 3,922 complaints of crimes against sexual freedom and integrity, according to preliminary figures from the Public Ministry. This figure represents a 16 percent increase compared to the 3,393 cases documented during the same period in 2025, accounting for 529 additional reports.

The statistical rise highlights ongoing concerns regarding sexual violence within the country, as tracked through official prosecutorial data. The reported incidents reflect the cumulative total of formal complaints registered over the designated seven-month timeframe.