Numerous Protests over the Country
Source: www.animalpolitico.com
According to official sources, there were 15 protests countrywide on the ninth day of manifestations. Cities such as Hidalgo, Ciudad de México, Durango, Chihuahua, Sinaloa and Oaxaca were affected, with multiple road blocks in some.
Source: www.animalpolitico.com
In Chiapas, three gas stations were besieged by angry country citizens. At least five borders crossings between Mexico and the US were closed because of the protests. Two more policemen were hurt and two protesters – arrested in the city of Nogales. Rocks were thrown at the police who shot into the air with rubber bullets. Overall, more than 1500 people have been detained nationwide since the gas reform came to be on January 1st.
What’s been happening in Mexico is more than scary – you never know what might happen when the people decide their government is their biggest enemy. Stay with us for daily updates on the situation in Mexico. We do not recommend visiting Mexico until the situation calms down.
