I agree with Marko. As an expat of 4 years, who lives in the West End, I personally have never had an incident, to date, where I have felt threatened. But, I am also very aware of my surroundings no matter where I am. Poverty is everywhere and I would be just as diligent regarding my safety in downtown Ottawa as I am in Jamaica or any other country. Do bad things happen to good people, unfortunately all the time, but I personally refuse to allow that to change my love and warm impressions of the good Jamaican people, all people as a whole. We all take risks, getting on a plane to visit the island is one where there are no guarantees, but we hope for the best. I sincerely hope that the majority can see the larger picture, will feel comfortable in their choices of destinations, indulge themselves in the many beautiful tour sites Jamaica has to offer and continue in enriching the economy of our beautiful but rustic island.