Chile: Vehicular protest disrupts transport on Autopista Central in Santiago

Event

Activists are staging a vehicular protest on the Autopista Central (Route 5), a major thoroughfare through Santiago, the morning of Dec. 22. The protest, which consists of a convoy of slow-moving vehicles traveling on the highway, is likely to cause significant transport disruptions throughout Santiago. Police may deploy along the highway.

Context

The protesters are affiliated with the No+TAG movement, which seeks to cancel debt that drivers have accrued through Santiago's electronic toll payment system. They are also demanding that police provide greater security on the city's highways.

Advice

Seek alternative routes. Allow extra travel time throughout Santiago. Confirm business appointments near the Autopista Central.