Temporal prediction of arrests for illicit drug trafficking and micro-distribution using ARIMA models in Peru

Introduction Illicit drug trafficking and micro-distribution represent persistent challenges affecting public security, institutional governance, and social dynamics in Peru. In this context, the aim of the study was to temporally predict trends in arrests related to illicit drug trafficking and mic...

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Autores principales: Fabrizio Del Carpio Delgado, Rafael Romero-Carazas, Roque Juan Espinoza Casco, Renzo Alberto Taco-Coayla, Gerson Jonatan Donayre-Loayza, David Hugo Bernedo-Moreira, Wilter C. Morales-García
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author Fabrizio Del Carpio Delgado
Rafael Romero-Carazas
Roque Juan Espinoza Casco
Renzo Alberto Taco-Coayla
Gerson Jonatan Donayre-Loayza
David Hugo Bernedo-Moreira
Wilter C. Morales-García
author_browse David Hugo Bernedo-Moreira
Fabrizio Del Carpio Delgado
Gerson Jonatan Donayre-Loayza
Rafael Romero-Carazas
Renzo Alberto Taco-Coayla
Roque Juan Espinoza Casco
Wilter C. Morales-García
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Rafael Romero-Carazas
Roque Juan Espinoza Casco
Renzo Alberto Taco-Coayla
Gerson Jonatan Donayre-Loayza
David Hugo Bernedo-Moreira
Wilter C. Morales-García
author_sort Fabrizio Del Carpio Delgado
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description Introduction Illicit drug trafficking and micro-distribution represent persistent challenges affecting public security, institutional governance, and social dynamics in Peru. In this context, the aim of the study was to temporally predict trends in arrests related to illicit drug trafficking and micro-distribution using ARIMA models in Peru. Methods The research was conducted under a quantitative approach with a non-experimental, descriptive-predictive, and retrospective longitudinal design. Official administrative records from the Ministry of the Interior of Peru corresponding to the 2020–2024 period were used. Statistical analysis included descriptive and correlational procedures, as well as time-series modeling through ARIMA models, complemented by validation indicators such as RMSE, MAE, MAPE, BIC, and the Ljung-Box Q test . Results The findings revealed a marked predominance of male arrests, accounting for 90.11% of the analyzed records. Time-series analyses showed greater fluctuations and variability among men, whereas female arrests exhibited a more stable pattern over time. The ARIMA models achieved adequate levels of fit and predictive accuracy, identifying strong positive associations between observed and forecasted records. Furthermore, temporal projections estimated an upward trend in arrests through 2030, particularly within the male population. Conclusion ARIMA models constitute useful tools for anticipating criminal trends related to illicit drug trafficking and micro-distribution in Peru. The findings contribute to strengthening prevention strategies, surveillance systems, and institutional planning from a predictive perspective supported by statistical evidence.
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spelling openalex:W7164739709Temporal prediction of arrests for illicit drug trafficking and micro-distribution using ARIMA models in PeruFabrizio Del Carpio DelgadoRafael Romero-CarazasRoque Juan Espinoza CascoRenzo Alberto Taco-CoaylaGerson Jonatan Donayre-LoayzaDavid Hugo Bernedo-MoreiraWilter C. Morales-Garcíadrug traffickingarreststemporal predictionARIMA modelPerupublic securitydrug crime preventionCrime, Illicit Activities, and GovernanceYouth, Drugs, and ViolenceCrime Patterns and InterventionsIntroduction Illicit drug trafficking and micro-distribution represent persistent challenges affecting public security, institutional governance, and social dynamics in Peru. In this context, the aim of the study was to temporally predict trends in arrests related to illicit drug trafficking and micro-distribution using ARIMA models in Peru. Methods The research was conducted under a quantitative approach with a non-experimental, descriptive-predictive, and retrospective longitudinal design. Official administrative records from the Ministry of the Interior of Peru corresponding to the 2020–2024 period were used. Statistical analysis included descriptive and correlational procedures, as well as time-series modeling through ARIMA models, complemented by validation indicators such as RMSE, MAE, MAPE, BIC, and the Ljung-Box Q test . Results The findings revealed a marked predominance of male arrests, accounting for 90.11% of the analyzed records. Time-series analyses showed greater fluctuations and variability among men, whereas female arrests exhibited a more stable pattern over time. The ARIMA models achieved adequate levels of fit and predictive accuracy, identifying strong positive associations between observed and forecasted records. Furthermore, temporal projections estimated an upward trend in arrests through 2030, particularly within the male population. Conclusion ARIMA models constitute useful tools for anticipating criminal trends related to illicit drug trafficking and micro-distribution in Peru. The findings contribute to strengthening prevention strategies, surveillance systems, and institutional planning from a predictive perspective supported by statistical evidence.Articlehttps://doi.org/10.12688/f1000research.183127.1https://f1000research.com/articles/15-929/pdfW7164739709enF1000Research2046-14022026-06-15
spellingShingle drug trafficking
arrests
temporal prediction
ARIMA model
Peru
public security
drug crime prevention
Crime, Illicit Activities, and Governance
Youth, Drugs, and Violence
Crime Patterns and Interventions
Fabrizio Del Carpio Delgado
Rafael Romero-Carazas
Roque Juan Espinoza Casco
Renzo Alberto Taco-Coayla
Gerson Jonatan Donayre-Loayza
David Hugo Bernedo-Moreira
Wilter C. Morales-García
Temporal prediction of arrests for illicit drug trafficking and micro-distribution using ARIMA models in Peru
title Temporal prediction of arrests for illicit drug trafficking and micro-distribution using ARIMA models in Peru
title_full Temporal prediction of arrests for illicit drug trafficking and micro-distribution using ARIMA models in Peru
title_fullStr Temporal prediction of arrests for illicit drug trafficking and micro-distribution using ARIMA models in Peru
title_full_unstemmed Temporal prediction of arrests for illicit drug trafficking and micro-distribution using ARIMA models in Peru
title_short Temporal prediction of arrests for illicit drug trafficking and micro-distribution using ARIMA models in Peru
title_sort temporal prediction of arrests for illicit drug trafficking and micro distribution using arima models in peru
topic drug trafficking
arrests
temporal prediction
ARIMA model
Peru
public security
drug crime prevention
Crime, Illicit Activities, and Governance
Youth, Drugs, and Violence
Crime Patterns and Interventions
topic_facet drug trafficking
arrests
temporal prediction
ARIMA model
Peru
public security
drug crime prevention
Crime, Illicit Activities, and Governance
Youth, Drugs, and Violence
Crime Patterns and Interventions
url https://doi.org/10.12688/f1000research.183127.1
https://f1000research.com/articles/15-929/pdf
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