Argentina: Clashes reported outside Juan Carmelo Zerillo stadium in La Plata, Buenos Aires Province, late Oct. 6

Event

Heightened security and transport disruptions are likely in the vicinity of Juan Carmelo Zerillo Stadium, La Plata, Buenos Aires Province, as of late Oct. 6. Reports indicate that authorities used tear gas and rubber bullets to disperse a crowd attempting to enter the stadium to watch an ongoing match. The smoke from the tear gas entered the facility, affecting the players and spectators as well as creating panic. Officials have suspended the match; authorities reportedly oversold tickets to the game.

Officials will almost certainly maintain a heightened security presence in the area in the coming hours. Significant localized ground travel delays are likely to persist.

Advice

Exercise caution in the affected location and heed the advisories of local officials. Plan for localized ground travel delays.