Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Lima, Peru
Locations:
- Campo de Marte, Downtown Lima
- Paseo de los Heroes Navales, Downtown Lima
Downtown Protests (May 6, 2022)
Protests are expected tomorrow, May 7, in downtown Lima. Protesters are scheduled to begin gathering in the Campo de Marte area at 4:00 p.m. and are scheduled to begin marching/moving towards Paseo de los Heroes Navales at 6:00 p.m. Traffic congestion, disruptions, and heavy police presence are anticipated. Please avoid these areas as protests and demonstrations can be unpredictable and quickly turn violent.
Actions to take:
- Avoid the areas of the demonstrations.
- Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests.
- Keep a low profile.
- Monitor local media for updates.
- Refer to our website for the latest Alerts and Messages for U.S. citizens: https://pe.usembassy.gov/
For Assistance:
- U.S. Embassy Lima, Peru
Avenida La Encalada 1615
Santiago de Surco 15023, Lima
+51-1-618-2000
LimaACS@state.gov
https://pe.usembassy.gov - State Department – Consular Affairs
+1-888-407-4747 or +1-202-501-4444 - Peru Country Information
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