
M VS4
Colombian looking for information about Ecuador
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Registration: 22 November 2022
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Can you bring pepper spray into Ecuador? by Mela1
I've read lots on discussions about crime and personal safety. I'm not interested in carrying a gun but what about pepper spray? It is allowed?
@cccmedia Yeah I had no idea that route was dangerous makes sense though,lots of places to hide, difficult to run away somewhat secluded at points. It's weird that the police don't do it like they do in Colombia and patrol areas, that are know for ... Read More
Can you bring pepper spray into Ecuador? by Mela1
I've read lots on discussions about crime and personal safety. I'm not interested in carrying a gun but what about pepper spray? It is allowed?
@cccmedia It all depends on the situation and the distance, the person who is holding the knife how they look, how they are holding it. Just give up your stuff because someone shows you a knife or large blade to me is a bit cowardly. A lot of these ... Read More
Can you bring pepper spray into Ecuador? by Mela1
I've read lots on discussions about crime and personal safety. I'm not interested in carrying a gun but what about pepper spray? It is allowed?
@amyf I actually stopped myself getting robbed with a machete last week with pepper spray dont discount it dont be a victim. The police are reactive you are responsible for your safety. Read More
Can you bring pepper spray into Ecuador? by Mela1
I've read lots on discussions about crime and personal safety. I'm not interested in carrying a gun but what about pepper spray? It is allowed?
@amyf Yeah definitely if someone has a gun or they already closed the distance and have a knife give them your stuff. Pepper spray it's more of a defensive tool to stop someone approaching you or multiple people.As a tourist you stand out and might ... Read More