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22 May 2019 | 04:17 PM UTC

Mexico: Evacuation of government building in Mexico City May 22

Police evacuate Palacio de Justicia Federal San Lázaro in Mexico City following bomb threat May 22; heightened security presence and localized transportation disruptions to be expected over coming hours

Warning

Event

According to local sources, police are reportedly evacuating the Palacio de Justicia Federal de San Lázaro in Mexico City on Wednesday morning (local time), May 22, following a bomb threat. 

A heightened security presence and road closures are to be expected in the affected area over the coming hours. Further details are still emerging.

Advice

Individuals in the affected area are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid the incident site, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities (e.g. security cordons, evacuation orders, etc.).