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Piracy off the coast of Venezuela increased during the crisis in Venezuela. The situation has been compared to piracy off the coast of Somalia, which was also caused by economic collapse. As Venezuelans grow more desperate, fears of increasing incidents and range of piracy have been reported.[1] Venezuelan pirates often smuggle weapons, drugs and sex trafficking victims.[2] Authorities have also been involved in piracy near the coast of Venezuela.[2]
- ^ Freeman, Colin (23 May 2018). "Piracy returns to Caribbean as Venezuela turmoil spurs rise in attacks on yachts". The Telegraph. ISSN 0307-1235. Retrieved 25 May 2018.
- ^ a b ""They be pirates": An old scourge is reappearing in the Caribbean". The Washington Post. Retrieved 2018-08-13.