Gutted by alophoto

Gutted

From 2008-2012, Juarez was a hotbed of illegal drug trade and a turf war between rival cartels and became known as one of the most dangerous cities in the world during this time. Luckily, things are improving and crime not as rampant as it was before.

This gutted building was right across from the compound where we stayed and served. Because of the recent violence (there was a time where there were 8.5- 20 homicides and 8 kidnappings per day), the fence around the compound makes more sense.

I asked Maria what had happened, why the building looked like it was bombed out. She said that people left during the dangerous times, went elsewhere for safety and just left their homes behind. This would have been a very nice home by Juarez standards.
Very telling photo. Excellent composition.
November 26th, 2016  
excellent
November 26th, 2016  
Wow... we are so lucky to live where we do!
November 26th, 2016  
Neat photo that tells of the discord
November 26th, 2016  
Those buildings have a few stories to tell, I'll bet!
November 26th, 2016  
Such a poignant image Amanda.
November 26th, 2016  
Looks a bit dangerous - that top storey might come down! Sad to see and learn about!
November 26th, 2016  
Such a depressing sight to see someone's home or place of work reduced to this.
November 27th, 2016  
A poignant capture
November 27th, 2016  
Good composition of a sad situation. Really makes you feel for world conditions.
November 27th, 2016  
Sobering picture, really.
November 28th, 2016  
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