Colombia: Clashes ongoing in the San Andresito area of Bogota, May 4

Event

Disruptions are ongoing in the San Andresito area of Bogota during the afternoon of May 4 due to clashes between police and a number of local business owners. The violence erupted near Plaza Espana when local merchants attempted to prevent officers from searching a warehouse as part of an anti-smuggling operation.

The incident has prompted transport disruptions in the area, and many businesses have closed their doors for the day. Disruptions will likely continue at least into the evening of May 4; further clashes cannot be ruled out.

Advice

Avoid the area. Allow additional time to reach destinations in Bogota's San Andresito neighborhood into at least the evening of May 4.