Venezuela: Violent Crime Rate Remains Sky High

By Larry Habegger | Permalink | No Comments | September 1st, 2010 | Trackback

Venezuela is facing a crime crisis of such proportions that its murder rate in 2009 was dramatically higher than Iraq’s, a country with a similar size population and active war zones. More than 19,000 murders occurred in Venezuela, making it one of the world’s most dangerous countries. Small gangs are responsible for much of the crime, and they are usually well armed and use their weapons at the first sign of resistance. Violent crime occurs throughout the country, with gangs often setting up roadblocks to look like police checkpoints and sometimes impersonating police officers. This type of crime often occurs on the main road to Caracas from the international airport.

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