El Salvador’s National Civil Police (Policía Nacional Civil) has increased its personnel with the addition of 3,098 new agents. These agents will be primarily deployed to police stations and regions experiencing high rates of violence and criminal activity. The reinforcement aims to bolster security measures in areas most affected by criminal structures. Authorities have indicated a strategic deployment to directly address and combat escalating crime rates. This expansion of the police force signifies a concentrated effort to enhance public safety throughout the country. The new agents will work to support existing personnel and increase the overall capacity of the Policía Nacional Civil to maintain law and order. The initiative reflects a commitment to confronting the challenges posed by gang activity and related violence in El Salvador.