28 May 2019 | 02:36 PM UTC
Peru: Protest march planned in Lima Norte May 30
Protest over tolls on Pan-American Highway planned in northern outskirts of Lima (Lima Norte) May 30; heightened security presence and transportation disruptions expected on and around Pan-American Highway
Event
Civil society groups are planning to hold a protest march in the northern outskirts of Lima (Lima Norte) on Thursday, May 30, to denounce tolls on the Pan-American Highway. Protesters are expected to gather at the Puente Piedra bypass zone at Kilometer 27 of the Pan-American Highway between 06:00 and 07:00 (local time).
A heightened security presence and transportation disruptions are to be expected near the march route. Clashes between protesters and security forces cannot be ruled out.
Advice
Individuals in the Lima metropolitan area are advised to monitor developments, avoid all protests and demonstrations as a precaution, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.
