Intelligence Alert

Political protests and clashes reported at Plaza Baquedano following election results on Sunday (14 December)

Risk level: Low Country: Chile

As per reports, political protests involving both supporters and detractors of president-elect José Antonio Kast occurred at Plaza Baquedano in Santiago on Sunday (14 December).

• The gatherings led to incidents including chanting, pot-banging, and the throwing of objects.
• Carabineros deployed a significant police contingent, including a water cannon, to manage the situation.
• One incident involved a garbage bag being thrown at a vehicle carrying president-elect José Kast supporters.
• Due to the disturbances, the Santiago Metro announced the closure of the Baquedano station on Line 01, with access limited to Line 05.

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