El Salvador
Is there a lot of crime in El Salvador?
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"Yes, El Salvador has a high rate of crime. The country has one of the highest homicide rates in the world, and gang violence is a major problem. In addition, there is a high rate of extortion, robbery, and other forms of violent crime. The government has taken steps to combat crime, but the situation remains serious," said another expat in El Salvador.
"Other than some petty theft, if you're not vigilant, next to none. I personally have never had any problems and I ride the chicken buses locally and into the city quite often," wrote a member who made the move to La Libertad, El Salvador.
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Is there a lot of crime in El Salvador?
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