10 Jun 2024 | 06:05 PM UTC
Mexico: Protesters block traffic along Federal Highway 135D near Asuncion Nochixtlan, Oaxaca State, June 10
Protesters block traffic along Federal Highway 135D near Asuncion Nochixtlan, Oaxaca State, Mexico, June 10; significant disruptions likely.
Activists affiliated with the Union of Chocholteco and Mixtec Peoples (Union de Pueblos Chocholtecos y de la Mixteca) have launched a demonstration that has blocked traffic in both directions on Federal Highway 135D near Asuncion Nochixtlan, Oaxaca State, June 10. The purpose of the protest is to demand government support vis-a-vis housing, drinking water, and infrastructure. The number of people participating in the protest was not immediately clear.
Authorities will likely deploy a heightened security presence to the demonstration site to monitor the protest. Significant transport disruptions are likely to impact the affected stretch of Federal Highway 135D for the duration of the demonstration. Clashes between demonstrators and police cannot be ruled out, particularly if the protesters fail to heed any instructions that security forces may issue to disperse.
Avoid the affected stretch of Federal Highway 135D until the demonstration concludes. Consider taking alternative routes to avoid transport disruptions in the affected area. Do not attempt to navigate around roadblocks set up by protesters; wait for authorities to dismantle them before proceeding. Heed all instructions issued by local officials.
