Current Data on Gender-Based Violence in Anoia
Between January and October 2024, the region of Anoia has recorded a total of 193 incidents related to gender violence, according to reports from the Mossos d’Esquadra. This figure represents a slight decrease of 5.4% compared to the 204 cases reported during the same period of the previous year.
The Victims’ Dilemma: Why Don’t They Report It?
Despite the drop in statistics, a large number of women continue to go unreported. The reasons are various: social pressure, mistrust of the judicial system and fear of reprisals from the aggressors are factors that contribute to this silence.
Types of Gender-Based Violence: A Broad Spectrum
Gender-based violence manifests itself in multiple forms, from verbal harassment to the most extreme physical aggression. Among the various modalities, threats, control and intimidation are common practices that victims must endure before reaching fatal situations.
Increase in Complaints and Arrests in Catalonia
In Catalonia, the authorities have observed a 3% increase in complaints related to gender-based violence, with a total of 14,548 cases reported up to the end of October. Simultaneously, arrests have increased by 8%, with 6,540 individuals arrested in the same period.
Unacceptable Tragedy: Murders in the Name of Gender Violence
This year, Catalonia has mourned the loss of sixteen women due to gender-based violence. Among them is a young woman from Anoia, victim of a murder at the hands of her ex-partner. These tragedies highlight the seriousness of the problem that still persists in society.
Crime Trends: What Do the Numbers Tell Us?
Data on gender-based violence crimes show a 5.1% increase in abuse. On the other hand, threats have experienced a slight decrease of 1.2%. The types of crimes that remain constant include physical and psychological violence, which constitute 81.9% of the complaints.
Sexual Violence: A Growing Aspect
In the context of gender-based violence, sexual assaults have increased by 5.1%, representing 4.7% of all recorded incidents. Particularly alarming is the increase in reports of sexual assaults among young people, which have gone from 7 to 20 in just one year.
Authors’ Profile: Who are they?
The Mossos d’Esquadra have arrested 6,540 people involved in cases of gender violence. The majority of these individuals are between the ages of 31 and 50. In addition, the number of minor perpetrators has increased by 18.3%, currently representing 1.2% of the total number of those investigated.
Reflections on the Future of Gender-Based Violence
As society progresses, the need to implement more effective measures to combat gender-based violence becomes evident. Awareness and education from a young age are essential to prevent the perpetuation of harmful patterns of behavior and to promote a culture of respect and equality.