07 Jun 2022 | 01:07 PM UTC
Bolivia: Protests, roadblocks ongoing in Santa Cruz, early June 7
Activists have launched protests, built roadblocks along the Second Ring of Santa Cruz, Bolivia, early June 7. Disruptions likely.
Event
Local business owners have launched protests and built roadblocks along the Second Ring of the city of Santa Cruz, early June 7, to demand a reorganization of streets near the old city markets. Some of the main protests are ongoing at the intersections of the Second Ring and Avenida Grigota, Avenida Pirai, and Avenida Santos Dumont.
Significant transport disruptions are likely throughout downtown Santa Cruz for the coming hours. Heightened security near the protests is likely, and clashes between protesters and police cannot be ruled out.
Advice
Avoid all protests as a precaution. Confirm appointments and allow additional time to reach your destination, if operating in Santa Cruz, June 7.
