Arizona2010
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Here is another video uploaded to Youtube shot from the other side of Sandy Beach. It's very short and I can't tell exactly where it was taken, but it does sound as if they were not too far from where everything took place:
Wierd scene coming into Rocky Point today.
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It looks like that was video taken from the on other side of the golf course at Las Palomas. Lots vendors/locals living over there.
I can't get the radio station to load......Can one of you put up a synopsis after the broadcast?
El Tiburon
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As disconcerted as I am that this happened I take some relief that it was a military/police action rather than a random gang shoot out in a populated area. There were no human heads dropped off at city hall or bodies hanging from light posts in town which has occurred in other cities.
Manny Sanchez
Vir sapit qui pauca loqui
Here is a video of a TV interview with the mayor. Dont know if its posted already, but here are some of the facts.
SonoranParadise
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I've been following all this, and like everyone else, am very concerned. We have plans to head to RP with our kids on Saturday and spend Christmas there, but now are not sure if that's a good idea. Our main concern is that there will be repercussions / retaliation by the cartels. We are really torn.
timanderic
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I feel this needs to be said....if the government would get out of peoples lives, including legalizing drugs, there would be no cartel.
If someone could provide an English translation or synopsis, it would be greatly appreciated.
Arizona2010
Guest
If that were the case, I believe the cartel would turn to other things to support their organization so as to continue their survival. Prostitution, vehicle thefts, robbery, human trafficking...
Manny Sanchez
Vir sapit qui pauca loqui
Because of the events of yesterday a few local people have reported getting calls from scammers. Dont give personal information, dont believe them. There are just stupid people taking advantage of the situation. Please share.
playaperro
El Pirata
As you can tell he looks hung over as hell, was on vacation and did not receive a call till 5 45 am to tell him to provide police help so the workers could make there way to the condos. Side steps every question, caught completely off guard. JMHo
PitiquitoRosy
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Love you too, Stuart
GV Jack
Snorin God
I've been to South Padre Island many times and really like it. BUT, remember, Brownsville is nearby and it's a lot worse than RP or environs.
Also, you let the bad guys win, but I understand why you do it.
http://www.brownsvilleherald.com/news/local/article_a15805dc-974e-11e2-9214-0019bb30f31a.html
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ben21
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Reflecting on yesterdays events, I'd like to know if anybody feels the same way.
Granted I was not in Bella when the shots were fired, but here's my thoughts. What happened last year in Las Conchas scares me way more than what happened yesterday. What generally concerns me when traveling abroad are circumstances where tourists are being targeted. Agree? Disagree?
Granted I was not in Bella when the shots were fired, but here's my thoughts. What happened last year in Las Conchas scares me way more than what happened yesterday. What generally concerns me when traveling abroad are circumstances where tourists are being targeted. Agree? Disagree?
My wife translated this here are a few key points [paraphrased]
The Mayor is very concerned about this incident and it's effect on tourism.
He said Puerto Penasco is a safe place. The problem is people coming from other parts of Mexico. They do not have the resources to check everyone coming to town.
He is proud of the job the police and military have done.
He is concerned about reprisals stemming from this event.
They will be stepping up efforts to police people coming here.
He hopes that the friends of the people killed will think twice about coming here.