jastrace
Member
- Time of past OR future Camino
- Camino Frances 2010, 2013, 2015, and 2017.
Camino Portuguese in planning (Sept 2018)
It was observed today that suspected thieves appear to be active in Santo Domingo.
They were observed working in groups of 3-4 men, individuals, extended family groups and parent and child groups. Individuals were observed systematicaly 'working' groups, couples and individual pilgrims in public spaces, looking for opportunistic targets. These activities were observed in the 'old town' where many pilgrims are concentrated. They were especially conspicuous by their presence on the streets this afternoon during a wet siesta period.
Despite their ability to speak Spanish, those involved did not appear to be part of the local Spanish population, based on their appearance and behaviour.
Be aware in public places such as: public laundries, outside bars and cafes, internet cafes and entrances to churches and shops where they were observed today.
Local police appear to be alert due to some reasonably active patroling activity.
Don't let this upset your Camino, just be alert and take precautions.
Buen Camino,
Jason
They were observed working in groups of 3-4 men, individuals, extended family groups and parent and child groups. Individuals were observed systematicaly 'working' groups, couples and individual pilgrims in public spaces, looking for opportunistic targets. These activities were observed in the 'old town' where many pilgrims are concentrated. They were especially conspicuous by their presence on the streets this afternoon during a wet siesta period.
Despite their ability to speak Spanish, those involved did not appear to be part of the local Spanish population, based on their appearance and behaviour.
Be aware in public places such as: public laundries, outside bars and cafes, internet cafes and entrances to churches and shops where they were observed today.
Local police appear to be alert due to some reasonably active patroling activity.
Don't let this upset your Camino, just be alert and take precautions.
Buen Camino,
Jason