Clashes and arrests during protests at Panama's Plaza 5 de Mayo
This Wednesday afternoon, Plaza 5 de Mayo in Panama City was the scene of heavy clashes. Groups of protesters and national police units met on a day marked by tension and social discontent.
During the protests, the situation turned violent when riot police used tear gas to disperse the crowd. For their part, some protesters responded by throwing objects and fireworks, known locally as "bombitas." These incidents caused chaos in the city center for several hours.
As a result of these clashes, authorities reported several people detained. Although the exact number of injuries has not been confirmed, emergency services were present to treat those affected by the gas. Traffic in nearby areas was interrupted, affecting thousands of citizens trying to move through the area.
Protests in the country have increased in recent days due to various social and political demands. For the moment, the situation at Plaza 5 de Mayo remains under police surveillance, while civil groups call for a dialogue with the government to resolve the conflict peacefully.