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6 years ago

Protests

6 years ago
Location: Bogota:

Carrera 30 & Calle 26

Carrera 30 & Calle 43

Calle 19 & Carrera 28

Calle 19 & Carrera 13

Avenida 1 & Carrera 24

Carrera 30 & Calles 13, 19, 53, and 92

Calle 76 & Avenida Caracas, headed towards Calle 116

Locations subject to change



Event: Demonstrations are currently ongoing. Motorcycle riders are protesting changes to regulations for motorcycles. Riot police have been deployed and tear gas has been used in at least one location.



Actions to Take:



- Avoid demonstrations.

- Monitor local media and social media for updates.

- Be aware of your surroundings.

Assistance:



U.S. Embassy Bogota, Colombia

Tel. +57-1-275-2000

After-hours emergencies +57-1-275-4021

[email protected]

https://co.usembassy.gov/



U.S. Consular Agency, Barranquilla

Tel. +57-5-353-2001

[email protected]



State Department - Consular Affairs

1-888-407-4747 or 1-202-501-4444



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