Calgary Motorcycle tourist captures Guatemalan gunpoint robbery on camera

CBRRRider

122 months ago

Ok.  Remember how i sad i always wanted to do this? I'm probably going to add a few things on my check list. bullet proof vest - check.  Bullet proof helmet - check.  Ak47, check.

extra poopie diaper. Check

Dont leave home, ever - check.

marina

122 months ago

I was looking for this on YouTube but I couldn't find it. Thanks for adding the video! The same thing happened to our friends Jordan & Sandra on the same road, although Jordan got the guys machete and there was no gun involved. https://eatsleepride.com/c/4388/central_america_part_i

Slyck255

122 months ago

Some interesting tips that I wouldn't have thought of in the newspaper article.  This emphasizes the benefits of having an experienced guide or co-traveller.  It's an example of how cultural-centric we can be (especially in North America) - we just assume/expect people and customs are "the same everywhere" and that the differences are "quaint".  Not the case - ever.  Don't wait until you get into a situation to find out you don't have any legal rights or protection, or any expectation of public services (i.e. police or justice) to assist you.  Do your homework...