Playing it safe

Thanks Rob. Having a robbery on La Ropa is somewhat disturbing, but not having the resemblance of a police force is more disturbing. What should/can tourist do if they are involved in an isolated incident which recently happened? Not trying to make a big deal out of a small problem.

People have been vacationing here for decades and there has never been anything remotely resembling a professional police force. Nothing has changed except that now they aren't armed until they all pass a confidence test and have their licenses to carry arms renewed collectively.

What can a tourist do? What anyone does: don't sweat the material things. They can be replaced. Cooperate with the robbers. Call or let someone call the police (066) and cooperate with the police. The police will advise you to file a report with the Ministerio Público al Atención del Turista. I recommend doing so.