Mexico City Implements AI to Address Disappearances Crisis

mexico city - Mexico City introduces AI to locate missing persons in response to a crisis, promising better identification methods and increased collaboration with search groups.

Mexico City's New Strategy to Address Disappearances Crisis

The government of Mexico City is set to utilize artificial intelligence (AI) in the search for missing persons as part of a new strategy to address the crisis of disappearances.

Key Initiatives

The new strategy includes...

Forensic Crisis and Current Situation

Mexico has faced a forensic crisis due to funding shortages and lack of coordination, leading to thousands of unidentified bodies.

Statistics and Figures

Between December 2018 and July 2023, over 8,961 people were reported missing in Mexico City, with 4,461 still unaccounted for. Nationally, more than 125,000 individuals are missing.

Future Plans and Funding

The city plans to open a center for missing persons next year, offering support to families and streamlining the reporting process. An allocated budget of over 10 million euros annually will support the initiative.