9. Maceio, Brazil
Mexico is certainly not the only country in the world that is being torn apart by violence related to the drug trade. Even the locals in Maceio are falling victim to addiction, as crack cocaine becomes easier and easier to come by, even for those living in poverty. As more and more residents accumulate drug debt that they are unable to pay off, they are used as examples by the cartels, and their lives are snuffed out without a second thought. Corruption of government and law enforcement officials means the cartels can often act without the risk of being captured or killed by the police or military.
