Location: Various locations throughout Mexico City
Event: Demonstrations are expected to take place this week at various sites across the city coinciding with the 11th anniversary of the disappearance of 43 students from Ayotzinapa Rural Teacher's College. Based on past protest activity, there is a high likelihood of vandalism and potential violence.
Protest meeting point: Secretariat of Foreign Relations (SRE)
Av. Juarez 20, Colonia Centro, Cuauhtémoc
Protest meeting point: Fiscalia General de la República (FGR)
C. Dr. Lucio 135, Doctores, Cuauhtémoc
Protest meeting point: Angel of Independence Monument
Reforma Avenue (near the U.S. Embassy)
Protesters plan to march to the Zocalo in the historic downtown neighborhood
Actions to Take:
- Demonstrations can be unpredictable; avoid areas around protests and demonstrations.
- Monitor local media for updates.
- Follow the directions of local authorities and in case of emergency, call 911.
Assistance:
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