An unusual police and military presence has been seen in strategic points in Santo Domingo since the early hours of Monday, 17 September 2018. According to Diario Libre source, military personnel were stationed as a preventive measure given the readiness of transport organizations that have threatened to cause chaos in the city in to pressure the authorities to increase fares.
Members of the military, including the Air Force, Armada and Army toted shotguns in the streets. There were members of special units such as Swat and the General Office of Traffic and Ground Transport (DIGESETT) and others patrolling. Last week, taxi drivers in Greater Santo Domingo and Santiago protested against the increase in fuel prices.
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Diario Libre
18 September 2018
