Mexico City Sees 111 Road Fatalities, 7,546 Injured in First Quarter of 2026
Mexico City, July 3, 2026 – A total of 111 people died and 7,546 were injured in road accidents across Mexico City between January and March 2026. This data, released in the Quarterly Report on Traffic Incidents by the Secretariat of Mobility (Semovi), highlights a significant impact on motorcyclists, who account for nearly half of these figures.
Motorcyclists Disproportionately Affected
The report indicates that 51 of the 111 fatalities were motorcyclists, representing 45.9 percent of all deaths. Similarly, 3,727 motorcyclists sustained injuries, making up 49.4 percent of the total injured during the same period. These statistics underscore the heightened vulnerability of motorcycle riders on the city’s roads.
Causes of Fatalities and Injuries
During the first quarter, five out of every ten road accident deaths were due to collisions, while two out of ten resulted from run-overs or skids. For injuries, five out of ten people were hurt in collisions, and two out of ten sustained injuries from skids.
High-Risk Roadways Identified
The Secretariat of Citizen Security (SSC) identified five main roadways with the highest concentration of fatal incidents in the first quarter:
- Anillo Periférico: 7 fatal incidents
- Calzada General Ignacio Zaragoza: 6 fatal incidents
- Eje 3 Oriente: 5 fatalities
- Eje 5 Sur: 4 fatalities
- Circuito Interior: 4 fatalities
Furthermore, the Command, Control, Computing, Communications, and Citizen Contact Center of Mexico City (C5) highlighted several intersections with a high concentration of traffic incidents based on incident reports:
- Circuito Interior Melchor Ocampo and Calzada México-Tacuba
- Eje 8 Sur and Avenida Las Torres
- Eje 8 Sur and Reforma Económica
- Avenida Cuitláhuac and Calzada Vallejo
- Avenida Canal de Tezontle and Circuito Interior
- Eje 8 Sur and Calzada La Viga
- Avenida Insurgentes Norte and Manuel González
- Mosqueta and Guerrero streets
- Fray Servando Teresa de Mier and Calzada Canal
- Eje 3 Sur Añil and Centeno
Demographics of Fatalities
Of the 111 fatalities recorded by the SSC, 80 percent were men, totaling 89 male victims. Among these men, 77 (87 percent) were between 18 and 45 years old. Of the 22 female fatalities in the first quarter, 14 fell within the same age range.
Comparing with Previous Year
The 111 fatalities reported from January to March this year match the number of deaths reported for the same period in 2025, indicating a persistent challenge in improving road safety in the city.
Ongoing Efforts and Challenges
The persistent high number of accidents and fatalities, particularly among motorcyclists, highlights the ongoing need for improved road safety measures and public awareness campaigns in Mexico City. The city continues to face challenges in managing traffic and ensuring the safety of all road users, especially vulnerable groups such as motorcyclists.
Amidst these statistics, there are also reports of confusion regarding new regulations for registering motorcycles, scooters, and electric bicycles in Mexico City. Users are reportedly unaware of these measures, and merchants claim a lack of clarity on the regulations, leading to confusion among customers. This lack of clear communication could potentially hinder efforts to improve road safety and compliance.
Source: jornada.com.mx
