The Legislative Assembly approved in first reading a 306,000-colon fine and the loss of 6 points on the license to drivers who refuse to undergo the breathalyzer. The initiative is included in a set of amendments to the Law on Land Roads Traffic and Road Safety, which were approved with 37 votes in favor and […]
Archives for January 2017
Cyclists will peacefully demonstrate on February 5th
On January 29th, 3 cyclists were hit by a car and died at the place. In addition, a fourth person remains hospitalized at Calderón Guardia Hospital. The unfortunate event happened in front of Walmart supermarket in Curridabat and it affected everyone. That’s way, cyclists from various groups organized a Ride to honor the victims. It […]
A bill aims to protect cyclists in Costa Rica
Legislator José Ramírez, from Frente Amplio, urged the early adoption of a bill that aims to strengthen the safety of cyclists in the country. The legislator also asked the Executive Power to convene the extraordinary sessions of Congress to read the Promotion of Safety and Cycling Mobility Law, since three cyclists died on January 29th […]
The suspect of running over 4 cyclists was released
A 32-year-old man surnamed Mora Monge, suspected of running over four cyclists, killing three of them and fled the scene, was released. The Criminal Court of the Second Judicial Circuit decided so on January 30th after imposing precautionary measures as an impediment to exit, signing every 15 days and not driving, as well as handing […]
Three criminals escaped from a Panaminian prison
Public Security authorities are alert due to the escape of 3 prisoners in Panama. Three inmates have escaped from the Criminal Center in Panama. We keep the border security to stop them if they try to enter Costa Rica, reported the Ministry of Public Security (MSP) through Twitter. According to the MSP, the fugitives apparently […]
NatGeo did it again! It made a video to highlight Costa Rican territory
Once again, National Geographic was committed to highlighting, through a video, Costa Rica’s fantastic characteristics so people around the world can know the national territory. The channel, in its version for the United States, highlighted Costa Rica as part of the happiest countries, the longevity of its population and the use of renewable sources. The […]