22 Jul 2024 | 01:38 PM UTC
Colombia: Protesters causing disruptions along National Route 55 near Paipa on July 22
Protesters causing disruptions along National Route 55 near Paipa, Colombia, on July 22.
Protesters are disrupting traffic along Ruta Nacional 55 (Via Tunja-Duitama) near Paipa on July 22. The participants are residents from the Sativa and La Bolsa areas demanding that the government stop mining activities in the region.
Traffic disruptions are likely to persist in the coming hours. Authorities will likely deploy to the demonstration site. Clashes are possible if security forces try to disperse protesters.
Avoid protests as a precaution. Plan on transit disruptions and seek alternative routes to circumvent the impacted area. Do not attempt to pass through protestor-erected roadblocks. Wait for the police to dismantle them before proceeding. Comply with directives given by authorities.
