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Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Lima, Peru
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8 MINUTE READ
April 8, 2022

Locations:  

  • Molina Plaza, La Molina, Lima
  • Ovalo Higuereta, Surco, Lima
  • Parque Kennedy, Miraflores, Lima
  • Av. Arequipa + Javier Prado, San Isidro, Lima
  • Ministerio de Cultura, San Borja, Lima
  • Av. Universitaria + Av. La Marina, San Miguel, Lima
  • Plaza Norte, Los Olivos, Lima
  • Parque Zonal Huiracocha, San Juan de Lurigancho
  • Estadio Monumental, Santa Anita, Lima
  •  Campo de Marte, Jesus Maria, Lima
Event: Weekend Protests (April 8, 2022)

Tomorrow, April 9, protesters are scheduled to begin gathering throughout the Lima metropolitan area. Avoid the following areas, as they are expected to be gathering points for protesters:

  • Molina Plaza, La Molina, Lima
  • Ovalo Higuereta, Surco, Lima
  • Parque Kennedy, Miraflores, Lima
  • Av. Arequipa + Javier Prado, San Isidro, Lima
  • Ministerio de Cultura, San Borja, Lima
  • Av. Universitaria + Av. La Marina, San Miguel, Lima
  • Plaza Norte, Los Olivos, Lima
  • Parque Zonal Huiracocha, San Juan de Lurigancho
  • Estadio Monumental, Santa Anita, Lima
  •  Campo de Marte, Jesus Maria, Lima
At 4:00 p.m., protesters are scheduled to begin marching towards downtown Lima’s Plaza San Martin. Be prepared for heavy police presence, road closures, and congested traffic. 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/

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