Losing money to crime

THE EDITOR: Because of all the kidnappings and murders and the incompetence of the Trinidad Government in stopping these crimes, Trinidad is going to lose a lot of tourist dollars as well as its good name. Here is an excerpt from the US State Department, Bureau of Consular Affairs concerning Trinidad. “Violent crimes, including assault, kidnapping and murder have involved foreign residents and tourists, including US citizens.

Since the beginning of 2002, there has been an increase in kidnappings for ransom. While US citizens have not been targetted, at least one American citizen has fallen victim to kidnappers. Burglaries of private residences are common. Robbery is a risk, particularly in urban areas. Visitors should avoid wearing expensive jewelry or displaying large amounts of money in public. In some cases, robberies of Americans have turned violent after the victim resisted handing over valuables.

J S STONE
Port-of-Spain