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News has me freaked

Jmac - 1-7-2008 at 01:35 PM

I've been going to Las Gaviotas, just south of Rosarito, for years and we're getting ready to go for my brother-in-law's wedding. I've read some reports recently about carjackings that has got me a little freaked out. So . . .
1. Is there any truth to any of these reports, and
2. Is there anything we can do to make ourselves less likely targets on the road/stay safe in general.

Thanks in advance from a newcomer to the site.

Woooosh - 1-7-2008 at 01:36 PM

Yeah, Have your brother in law get married in Hawaii

ELINVESTIG8R - 1-7-2008 at 01:40 PM

The reports are true. Just go in a group of people and don't drive at night. If you see police lights behind you and are not sure they are policemen don't pull over until you reach someplace safe with lights and people.

Al G - 1-7-2008 at 01:53 PM

Read this currant thread...
http://forums.bajanomad.com/viewthread.php?tid=29057

One good thing is it will not be crowded...but then the police will have fewer targets to rob from...have a good time:lol:

DENNIS - 1-7-2008 at 02:06 PM

Don't drive at night, drive slowly and don't drink'n drive. I've recently heard that TJ police are having fun with their new toy, the Breathalizer.
Above all, have a good time.

By the way...Welcome to BajaNomad. Give us a report when it's over.

[Edited on 1-7-2008 by DENNIS]

bancoduo - 1-7-2008 at 02:49 PM

Quote:
I've recently heard that TJ police are having fun with their new toy, the Breathalizer.




How long do you think it will take A TJ cop to figure out he can pour a little Tequila down the breathing hole before the test.:lol:

[Edited on 1-7-2008 by bancoduo]

Cypress - 1-7-2008 at 03:38 PM

I'd think it a very good excuse to avoid having to go to a wedding.:bounce:

Jmac - 1-7-2008 at 04:22 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by Cypress
I'd think it a very good excuse to avoid having to go to a wedding.:bounce:


I was all set to do just that and then he asked me to perform the ceremony for him.

bajaguy - 1-7-2008 at 04:29 PM

Travel in daylight
Try to caravan down.
Drink plenty of Pacifico
Eat at Rubens
Write a trip report with photos

surfer jim - 1-7-2008 at 04:32 PM

I was going to make some wise comment myself....but this is allready funny enough on its own....:lol:

fdt - 1-7-2008 at 10:59 PM

It's me again:
Take the free road :lol:

Gypsy Jan - 1-7-2008 at 11:28 PM

Seconding fdt's advice.

We traveled from Rosarito to TJ to the doctor today.

No problem. The road was clear and traffic was light.

Jmac - 1-14-2008 at 12:21 PM

Trip was awesome. Not a problem at all. Thanks all for your input. Can't wait to get back to baja.