Comments on: Playa del Carmen Police Presence http://heatherinparadise.com/2008/08/16/playa-del-carmen-police-presence/ I have been through some terrible things in my life, some of which actually happened. Thu, 01 Jul 2010 21:30:48 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.com/ By: Lana in Tulum http://heatherinparadise.com/2008/08/16/playa-del-carmen-police-presence/#comment-1988 Lana in Tulum Thu, 21 Aug 2008 23:53:31 +0000 http://heatherinparadise.wordpress.com/?p=317#comment-1988 Yes. I was pulled over by one of their standard car checks. Took only a minute or two.. but it felt like an hour. The masks and guns really freak u out, considering u dont see that kinda thing in Toronto. But on the same note.. rather see them there, knowing our cities are safe, then there presence to be non-existant as it is right now in the free-zone of Belize. Yes. I was pulled over by one of their standard car checks. Took only a minute or two.. but it felt like an hour. The masks and guns really freak u out, considering u dont see that kinda thing in Toronto. But on the same note.. rather see them there, knowing our cities are safe, then there presence to be non-existant as it is right now in the free-zone of Belize.

]]> By: Julie http://heatherinparadise.com/2008/08/16/playa-del-carmen-police-presence/#comment-1973 Julie Tue, 19 Aug 2008 13:16:35 +0000 http://heatherinparadise.wordpress.com/?p=317#comment-1973 Heather, I'm being completely off topic and distracted with personal issues, here, but please email me so I know your email address and can invite you to read my blog. I'm about to make it private. (Also, I believe in being nice to police officers, too.) Heather, I’m being completely off topic and distracted with personal issues, here, but please email me so I know your email address and can invite you to read my blog. I’m about to make it private.

(Also, I believe in being nice to police officers, too.)

]]> By: heatherinparadise http://heatherinparadise.com/2008/08/16/playa-del-carmen-police-presence/#comment-1970 heatherinparadise Tue, 19 Aug 2008 01:17:32 +0000 http://heatherinparadise.wordpress.com/?p=317#comment-1970 Thanks for clearing that up on my blog, although people reading this post are probably confused. Thanks for clearing that up on my blog, although people reading this post are probably confused.

]]> By: Matt http://heatherinparadise.com/2008/08/16/playa-del-carmen-police-presence/#comment-1969 Matt Mon, 18 Aug 2008 23:32:12 +0000 http://heatherinparadise.wordpress.com/?p=317#comment-1969 Thanks for your comment. I just fed her children and gave her a day's wages = I think I earned the photos. Plus, I originally asked if I could take photos. Her asking for more money was just a way to swindle me. Furthermore I have tinted windows in my car - the window was up when I was shooting so I doubt she saw anything. Matt Thanks for your comment. I just fed her children and gave her a day’s wages = I think I earned the photos. Plus, I originally asked if I could take photos. Her asking for more money was just a way to swindle me. Furthermore I have tinted windows in my car – the window was up when I was shooting so I doubt she saw anything.

Matt

]]> By: marissa http://heatherinparadise.com/2008/08/16/playa-del-carmen-police-presence/#comment-1966 marissa Mon, 18 Aug 2008 17:40:18 +0000 http://heatherinparadise.wordpress.com/?p=317#comment-1966 I always smile and wave to the police. For two reasons...one I believe police (worldwide) are underpaid for the job the do..and two it could never hurt to have a police man remember me as that nice girl who always say hello. (especially since I am often illegally on the beach with my dog). Being nice can never hurt, can it?? I always smile and wave to the police. For two reasons…one I believe police (worldwide) are underpaid for the job the do..and two it could never hurt to have a police man remember me as that nice girl who always say hello. (especially since I am often illegally on the beach with my dog).

Being nice can never hurt, can it??

]]> By: CancunCanuck http://heatherinparadise.com/2008/08/16/playa-del-carmen-police-presence/#comment-1964 CancunCanuck Sun, 17 Aug 2008 12:53:40 +0000 http://heatherinparadise.wordpress.com/?p=317#comment-1964 Sorry, can't stop myself from sharing another link, this one has a few pictures of the protest... http://www.noticaribe.com.mx/rivieramaya/2008/08/se_revelan_policias_de_playa_del_carmen.html Sorry, can’t stop myself from sharing another link, this one has a few pictures of the protest…

http://www.noticaribe.com.mx/rivieramaya/2008/08/se_revelan_policias_de_playa_del_carmen.html

]]> By: CancunCanuck http://heatherinparadise.com/2008/08/16/playa-del-carmen-police-presence/#comment-1962 CancunCanuck Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:31:32 +0000 http://heatherinparadise.wordpress.com/?p=317#comment-1962 Heather, here's a link to the Novedades story on what Monica shared.... http://www.novenet.com.mx/seccion.php?sec=4&id=118798&d=16&m=08&y=2008 Aside from being horribly underpaid, the police have very little training or education and a huge lack of resources. There are only 400 bullet proof vests in all of Quintana Roo, for example, as reported in Novedades yesterday..... http://www.novenet.com.mx/portada.php?id=118731 Good for you for waving and smiling, though it's a complex and scary situation. I never know if the police are actually on our side or not. Also keep in mind that the Zetas have their own "official" police and army uniforms and sometimes impersonate real officers. (Got no link on that one, just word on the street gossip). Be safe girl! Heather, here’s a link to the Novedades story on what Monica shared….

http://www.novenet.com.mx/seccion.php?sec=4&id=118798&d=16&m=08&y=2008

Aside from being horribly underpaid, the police have very little training or education and a huge lack of resources. There are only 400 bullet proof vests in all of Quintana Roo, for example, as reported in Novedades yesterday…..

http://www.novenet.com.mx/portada.php?id=118731

Good for you for waving and smiling, though it’s a complex and scary situation. I never know if the police are actually on our side or not. Also keep in mind that the Zetas have their own “official” police and army uniforms and sometimes impersonate real officers. (Got no link on that one, just word on the street gossip).

Be safe girl!

]]> By: monica http://heatherinparadise.com/2008/08/16/playa-del-carmen-police-presence/#comment-1961 monica Sat, 16 Aug 2008 21:52:42 +0000 http://heatherinparadise.wordpress.com/?p=317#comment-1961 Heather the police marching on 5th was a protest march. After the murders, the police were given an 8 percent raise with another 20 in January. They did not get a raise with the last mayor. The police are asking for a 50% right now. I believe I was told they police make about 3000 pesos a month and most cant afford their own homes. And I dont think they have a good medical or any life insurance. And then we get bummed when are hit with a bribe after a traffic stop. This is a very sad and scary situation. Heather the police marching on 5th was a protest march. After the murders, the police were given an 8 percent raise with another 20 in January. They did not get a raise with the last mayor. The police are asking for a 50% right now. I believe I was told they police make about 3000 pesos a month and most cant afford their own homes. And I dont think they have a good medical or any life insurance. And then we get bummed when are hit with a bribe after a traffic stop. This is a very sad and scary situation.

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