public security

Kimberly, a local resident, concluded her workday in El Coyol, Alajuela, and embarked on a journey home that has sparked a meticulous investigation by the Organismo de Investigación Judicial (OIJ).

In Costa Rica beneath this serene facade lies a reality far more complex than the clichéd depiction of a demilitarized haven.

The Issue is thrill-seekers taking unofficial trekking routes inadvertently wandering close to narcotics operations in Costa Rica’s Chirripó National Park

The surge in violence, predominantly driven by drug trafficking gang rivalries, marked 2023 as the bloodiest year in the country’s recent history.

They’re not just hanging mistletoe; they’re deploying a formidable team to keep the celebrations safe and merry for everyone.

Here’s the scoop: Costa Rica is on track to record 900 murders by the end of 2023, shooting up to a homicide rate of 17 per 100,000 inhabitants.

Costa Rica, long considered the safest country in Central America, is witnessing a year of unparalleled violence.

Costa Rica is grappling with a significant increase in homicides.