Bolivia: Protesters block National Route 4 in San Carlos, Santa Cruz Department, June 28

Event

Protesters in San Carlos, Santa Cruz Department, launched an indefinite blockade of National Route 4 on June 28. The route connects Santa Cruz de la Sierra with Cochabamba. The protesters are demanding the resignation of the prosecutors and judges responsible for freeing a man accused of having recently raped and killed a child in the area; the man was free despite previous arrests for sexually abusing children. The demonstration is likely to cause significant transport disruptions on National Route 4. Though the protest is likely to remain peaceful, police will likely deploy to monitor the demonstration.

Advice

Avoid the protest as a precaution. Allow for additional transport time. Seek alternative routes, such as National Route 7.