Mexico: Protesters blocking access to Federal Highway 150D in Puebla City, May 6

Event

A group of protesters is burning tires and blocking traffic on the Periferico Ecologico roundabout in Puebla City during the afternoon of May 6; the roundabout provides access to Federal Highway 150D. The purpose of the protest is to demand that the district attorney take action to find three children who have recently gone missing.

An increased police presence will probably remain in the area until the protest has ended and the participants have vacated the location. Localized transport and business disruptions are likely. Clashes between demonstrators and police are possible.

Advice

Avoid the scene of the demonstration until the participants have dispersed. Heed the instructions of local security personnel. Allow extra time to reach destinations near the junction of Avenida Periferico Ecologico and Federal Highway 150D.