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26 Aug 2019 | 06:15 PM UTC

Mexico: Feminist protest planned in Morelia (Michoacán state) August 27

Feminist activists are scheduled to protest in Morelia (Michoacán state) August 27; heightened security presence and transportation disruptions expected

Warning

Event

Feminist activists are scheduled to hold a demonstration in Morelia (Michoacán state) on Tuesday, August 27, to protest alleged police abuse of a victim of attempted rape. The demonstration is slated to take place at 18:00 (local time) at Plaza Benito Juarez (Plaza de Armas).

A heightened security presence and localized transportation disruptions are likely in the vicinity of the protest.  

Advice

Individuals in Morelia are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid all protests, and obey all instructions issued by the local authorities.