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With 556 police officer patrolling a country half the size of Central Park, everyone thought Monaco was safe
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 2, 2026
· 5 min read
From CNN’s Rupert Neate
(CNN) — Monaco’s reputation as “one of the safest country on earth” was shattered just before 9 p.m. local time on Monday night when a bomb exploded in the entrance of one of the city state’s fanciest apartment buildings.
The bomb went off as Ukrainian-born oligarch Va...
Key takeaway The bomb went off as Ukrainian-born oligarch Vadym Yermolaiev, 58, a resident of the building, stepped out onto the street.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The bombing in Monaco raises questions about the effectiveness of heavy policing in preventing violent crime. El Paso , with its own unique set of public safety challenges, can draw parallels from this incident. While Monaco's low crime rate is often attributed to its high police-to-population ratio, the recent bombing suggests that even the most heavily surveilled areas can be vulnerable to targeted attacks. In El Paso, where community policing and prevention strategies are being implemented, the Monaco incident highlights the importance of balancing police presence with community engagement and social programs to address underlying issues that may contribute to crime. As El Paso continues to develop its own public safety strategies, the Monaco bombing serves as a reminder to consider a multifaceted approach that goes beyond just increasing police numbers.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 5 min
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(CNN) — Monaco’s reputation as “one of the safest country on earth” was shattered just before 9 p.m. local time on Monday night when a bomb exploded in the entrance of one of the city state’s fanciest apartment buildings.
The bomb went off as Ukrainian-born oligarch Va...
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