Expat Community > Panama

panamajames
Joined 2012
Posts: 5097

Playa Blanca Violence

11 years ago

Request sent to be posted........................................

As you may have heard, NHN is investigating a violent home invasion at Napa Village in Playa Blanca.

Yesterday morning, a half-dozen armed attackers broke into a gringo family's home in Los Margaritas - near the highway, on the road to El Valle.

Grandchildren were terrorized. Guard dogs/family pets were killed by poison. A watchman was hurt, and the owner was pistol whipped... they were then robbed at gunpoint.

This is terrorism - plain and simple, and something must be done - NOW.

An urgent message has been sent to the Attorney General, the Special Prosecutor in San Carlos, The Director of Tourism - Salo Shamah and his Vice Minister Ernesto Orillac.

THIS IS THE THIRD VIOLENT HOME INVASION AGAINST FOREIGNERS IN THE PAST TWO MONTHS.

All residents of the interior are urged to attend the NHN Community Safety meeting at the previous home invasion location - Napa Village in Playa Blanca

Sunday September 22nd - 12 noon - 2 PM

Tell the security gate you are coming to see #54 Napa Village - if you have a folding chair and/or an umbrella, I suggest you bring it - this turnout is expected to be huge.
Drive straight after the security gate towards the Town Center - go around the round-about and go to the left - along side the huge pool and look for the Napa Village sign.
Park on the street or at the Lagoon and walk over.

The Attorney General and the media were already invited to attend the meeting - even before yesterday's attack. The media has indicated they will be sending camera crews and photographers.
Speakers will include an attorney - Yasser (Alexis) Williams who will explain our legal rights in Panama, an insurance expert to discuss home/property insurance, Carlos Espino who will discuss "How to Report a crime in Coclé" (yes - we are under a different legal system than Panama Province) and Rob Brown to discuss the status of the NHN HOTLINE and the investigation into the San Carlos, Playa Blanca and now Los Margaritas cases.

Bring your friends, your neighbors - anyone you can - we need to show the media, the Attorney General and these vicious punks that we mean business.

Rob Brown - Founder, Neighbors Helping Neighbors (NHN)

SJB Global

SJB Global is a top-rated financial advisory firm specializing in expat financial advice worldwide, offering retirement planning & tax-efficient solutions with a regressive fee model.
Learn More

SJB Global

SJB Global is a top-rated financial advisory firm specializing in expat financial advice worldwide, offering retirement planning & tax-efficient solutions with a regressive fee model.
Learn More

Living in Panama Guide

Our Guide to Living in Panama is a perfect primer for readers interested in Panama. Covers healthcare, cost of living, best places to live, residency, visas, real estate, moving tips and the pros and cons of living in Panama.

Panama Forum
Join our Panama forum to meet other expats and talk about living in Panama.

Contribute
Help other expats and newcomers by answering questions about the challenges and adventures of living in Panama.

Best Places to Live in Panama

If you're dreaming about living in Panama, here are the 15 Best Places to Live in Panama in 2023.

Healthcare in Panama

Expats have differing opinions about healthcare in Panama. Many advice against public hospitals and healthcare, but some recount good experiences. This article covers public vs private healthcare, cost of healthcare, obtaining prescription medications and much more.

Cost of Living in Panama

Expats in Panama enjoy a relatively low cost of living. However, it's important to do your research to make sure you'll actually enjoy those saving while creating a high quality of life as an expat in Panama.

Moving to Panama Guide

Do you have to buy a round trip ticket when moving to Panama? How difficult is it to bring my dog? Should I buy a home in Panama? Can I find health

Real Estate in Panama

Real estate listings in popular cities and towns in Panama.

Pros & Cons of Living in Panama

Take off your rose-colored glasses and learn what expats have to say about the biggest challenges and the greatest rewards of living in Panama.

Retiring in Panama

Advice for people retiring in Panama.

Panama Visa & Residency Guide

This article covers the ins and outs of the most common tourist and residency visas that expats and global nomads obtain when moving to and living in Panama.

10 Tips for Living in Panama

If you've recently arrived in Panama, here are 10 tips for digital nomads living in Panama.

Additional Information:

Visit our Panama Index for a Full List

SJB Global

SJB Global is a top-rated financial advisory firm specializing in expat financial advice worldwide, offering retirement planning & tax-efficient solutions with a regressive fee model.
Learn More

SJB Global

SJB Global is a top-rated financial advisory firm specializing in expat financial advice worldwide, offering retirement planning & tax-efficient solutions with a regressive fee model.
Learn More

Contribute
Help others in Panama by answering questions about the challenges and adventures of living in Panama.

Login

Or, Send Login Link

Expat Community > Panama

Playa Blanca Violence

Login