14 Dec 2022 | 07:10 AM UTC
Argentina: Activists plan protest in central Buenos Aires 17:00 Dec. 15 to denounce alleged political corruption
Activists plan protest in central Buenos Aires, Argentina, 17:00 Dec. 15 to denounce politicians. Tight security, disruptions likely.
Event
Activists associated with the United Front of the City of Buenos Aires (El Frente de Todos de la Ciudad de Buenos Aires) are planning a protest starting 17:00 Dec. 15 in central Buenos Aires to call for the impeachment of Buenos Aires security minister Marcelo D'Alessandro and attorney general Juan Bautista Mahiques. The demonstrators accuse the two politicians of corruption for allegedly accepting favors from business groups in exchange for influence. Participants will depart at 17:00 from the Public Prosecutor's Office and will march to the Ministry of Justice and City Security.
The protest will likely draw hundreds to thousands of participants. A heightened security presence is likely, as are localized transit disruptions. The demonstrations will likely be peaceful, although clashes are possible if police attempt to disperse protesters.
Advice
Avoid protests as a precaution. Plan on localized transit disruptions. Confirm appointments. If clashes develop, immediately seek shelter in a secure, non-government building.
