Peaceful Protesters under Siege in Huehuetenango
Peaceful Protesters under Siege in Huehuetenango

Peaceful Protesters under Siege in Huehuetenango

Communities in Huehuetenango are under siege by Guatemalan military and police. The security forces were sent to break up peaceful protests in reaction to the illegal detention of a local resident. Several people have already been injured and we fear that there could be further violence.

Learn how you can help prevent violence against peaceful protesters and call for a real dialogue to resolve the situation.