28 Jan 2021 | 05:49 PM UTC
Peru: Activists to hold a protest march from the Plaza San Martin, Lima, 1800 Jan. 30, due to increased coronavirus disease-related measures
Protest march denouncing increased coronavirus disease-related restrictions be held at the Plaza San Martin, Lima, Peru, from 1800 Jan. 30.
Event
Activists denouncing restrictions pertaining to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic plan to hold a protest march in Lima Jan. 30. The purpose of the demonstration is to show opposition to the strict quarantine measures that will go into effect Jan. 31-Feb. 14. Demonstrators plan to rally at Plaza San Martin from 1800. Event organizers have not yet announced the official march route. Thousands of people will likely participate in the event.
Police will likely deploy to monitor the protest. Security forces may seek to disperse protesters who gather without permission or disobey authorities' orders to disband. Localized business and transport disruptions likely. Clashes between law enforcement and protestors are possible.
Advice
Avoid all protests as a standard security precaution. If violence breaks out, leave the area immediately and seek shelter in the nearest secure location. Allow extra time for travel near Plaza San Martin, Jan. 30.
