A 48-hour strike began Tuesday, 6 March 2018, in the municipality of Licey in Santiago province and the lower part of the city of Moca in Espaillat province. Protestors were demanding the government complete a range of public projects. Smoke bombs and shots rang out from the early hours of the morning, with garbage thrown into the streets and tires burned, especially in the road from Moca to Santiago that passes through Licey.
A group of different organizations, led by one called Freljob, called the strike that is affecting transport, business and education. Although the Popular Front (Falpo) is not taking part, representatives of the movement say the demands of the people of Licey and Moca are fair.
The people are asking for the repair of main roads and neighborhood streets, 24-hour electricity and an efficient water service for the different communities.
Police presence has been increased in the area in an attempt to avoid any problems.
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Listin Diario
7 March 2018
