Britain has changed its advice for travellers going to Portugal after a tourist was killed in a gang attack

Britain has changed its advice for travellers going to Portugal after a tourist was killed in a gang attack. A man form Gateshead was beaten up in Faro, a Portuguese town and after two weeks died as a result of his injuries.
The Foreign Office has reported that Britons should be wary of such attacks when they are on holiday. They said they are taking the matter very seriously and that visitors should be careful. They are providing consular assistance with regards to the attack and have changed their travel advice to warn Britons travelling to the area to be careful of the possibility of violent attacks.
They have not advised against all travel at all, so there is no need for anyone to panic. However, it is a good idea to be cautious while in the country and avoid anything that looks like it might be a gang fight. With the Foreign Office working with the police in the area as well as the local authorities, it is likely that they will be keeping a close eye on what is going on and change their travel advice should it be necessary. This could be a one off attack, but it is wise to be careful, just in case. Avoid big gangs of local people, do not get involved in arguments and stick to the main tourist areas where you feel safe. If you use your common sense, you should be okay, but if you have any concerns then contact the local police immediately.

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