Robbery

On April 14, an armed robbery in Downtown Cancun triggered an immediate, massive response from a multi-agency security coalition. After two Australian tourists were robbed of their valuables on a quiet downtown street at 2:38 AM, local police and military forces launched a sweep that resulted in the capture of two suspects within hours. For …

Travelers to the tourist beach resort destination of Tulum are advised not to wear expensive jewelry and other items in public. They also need to be very focused on their surroundings and watch for people who appear to be following them in town. This warning comes after three robberies in Tulum by criminals who were …