In nearly 80% of femicide cases in 2022, the woman was murdered by someone close to them.
Women's organizations have called on the government to address the rise in domestic violence after four women were killed in the last two weeks.
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In 79% of femicide cases in 2022, the woman was murdered by someone close to them, and in four cases, the murderer was identified as the victim's son.