Costa Rica’s Beach Access Fight Ends in Police Confrontation

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Costa Rica’s Beach Access Fight Ends in Police Confrontation

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A dispute over public beach access in Garabito, Costa Rica, culminated in a physical confrontation when municipal crews removed a barrier at Punta Leona resort, leading to clashes with local police. The conflict highlights ongoing tensions regarding public versus private property rights in the area.

Garabito’s long-running fight with Punta Leona over public access to Playa Blanca turned into a physical confrontation Thursday, when municipal crews removed an access barrier at the resort entrance and police clashed with people linked to Punta Leona Beach Club & Nature Resort. The Municipality of Garabito removed the barrier that controlled entry toward the […] The post Costa Rica’s Beach Access Fight Ends in Police Confrontation appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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