Everything You Didn’t Know About Life in Venezuela

For years, Venezuela’s homicide rate was so high that it ranked among the top in the entire world. In some cities, shootings and robberies happened daily, and families avoided going outside unless they absolutely had to. Many regular errands became real safety risks.

Police forces were overwhelmed, understaffed, or sometimes involved in corruption themselves. In several neighborhoods, gangs, not authorities, controlled the streets. It became normal for people to constantly check in on each other, change their routines, and live with the anxiety of not knowing if they’d return home safely.