Global Study on Homicide: Gender-related killing of women and girls
Acts such as self-defense or state-sanctioned executions are generally classified as non-criminal or justifiable. Homicide
The UNODC Global Study on Homicide provides critical data on world trends: Global Study on Homicide: Gender-related killing of women
Homicide is defined broadly as the act of one human being causing the death of another. While it is a universal phenomenon, its causes, types, and impacts are deeply complex, ranging from legally justified acts to premeditated criminal offenses. The Americas typically report the highest homicide rates
The Americas typically report the highest homicide rates (15 per 100,000 population in 2021), largely driven by organized crime and firearm availability. In contrast, Europe and Asia maintain significantly lower rates.
This includes murder (intentional and premeditated) and manslaughter (reckless or negligent killing without prior intent).