INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
In six out of seven provinces, homicide numbers have gone up.In particular, the capital, San Jose, reports twice as many killings compared
to last year.Experts predict a nationwide violent death rate of 16 per 100,000 residents this year
(Photo Internet reproduction)Authorities see a new trend in the violence
Much of it resembles the actions of Mexican cartels.Around two-thirds of these violent acts stem from gang wars over drug control.Costa Rica
lies strategically between Colombian producers and North American and European consumers.Security Minister Mario Zamora says there are no
quick fixes to this issue.Recently, President Rodrigo Chaves announced new security measures
Now, this rise in crime threatens not just lives but economic prospects.The justice system and law enforcement agencies are under increasing
Other countries in the region, such as Honduras and El Salvador, also struggle with high crime rates.Therefore, a regional approach could
offer a more effective solution.The international community should note that increased instability in Costa Rica could indicate a broader
issue requiring collective action.
