Violence in Mexico Changing Driving Habits for Some

HIDALGO - Several Mexican nationals are taking extra precautions before heading across the U.S. – Mexico border. They said they have changed their driving habits because of the violence. A parking lot near the McAllen-Hidalgo-Reynosa International Bridge has no shortage of business. CHANNEL 5 NEWS talked to Mexican nationals who work in the U.S. and park their vehicle in the lot on the U.S. side then return to Reynosa on foot or by taxi. One man said, “It’s just not worth it. You don't feel comfortable with people looking at you. There's a lot of people watching you, and you don't feel comfortable. You get stopped and followed, so you take precautions.” Orlando Guerra said, “I get a taxi or someone will pick me up. … I just leave it here most of the time.” Perla Castillo said, “We just park here and go over there because we're insecure over there. … Because of the violence over there.”...more