Colombia: Pro-abortion activists protesting at, attacking cathedral in Bogota late Sept. 28

Event

Pro-abortion activists are protesting in front of the Primate Cathedral of Bogota as of late Sept. 28 to press for expanded abortion rights. Reports indicate that a demonstrator through a firebomb at the door of the cathedral. The protest occurs on the World Day of Global Access to Legal and Safe Abortion, which has seen protests throughout the region.

A heightened security presence is almost certain in the area. Counter-protests and clashes are possible. Localized transit disruptions are likely. Protests may spread to other areas in the city.

Advice

Avoid the area of the cathedral and any location with a heightened security presence or growing unrest. Heed the advice of security personnel. Plan on localized transit disruptions if traveling through central Bogota.