Del Valle residents maintain blockade after alleged dispossession attempt
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Residents of the Del Valle neighborhood in Mexico City are maintaining a street blockade that has lasted over 32 hours.
- They are protesting an alleged attempt to illegally seize property at Cerrada de Matรญas Romero number 18.
- The protesters demand authorities take action against those responsible, stating they will not move until their demands are met.
Residents of Mexico City's Del Valle neighborhood are continuing a street blockade, now in its 32nd hour, to protest an alleged property dispossession attempt. The demonstration centers on an incident at Cerrada de Matรญas Romero number 18, where individuals reportedly entered a home with the intent to seize it.
The homeowners claim that authorities have failed to act despite the evidence they have presented. This inaction has fueled the residents' resolve, who have set up a camp and vowed to maintain the blockade until their demands for justice are met. They report that more cases of similar situations are emerging among other residents.
The owner of the house assured that the authorities have not acted to present those responsible despite the evidence she has brought.
The protest has significantly disrupted traffic in the area, highlighting the urgency of the residents' concerns. They are calling for a swift and decisive response from the authorities to address the alleged illegal activities and ensure the security of their properties.
We will continue the blockade throughout this night until we have a favorable response to our case and to that of other residents who have similar situations.
Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.