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State of Emergency in Two Cities in Guatemala

On 17 January, the government of Guatemala announced a state of emergency for two municipalities, Mixco and San Juan Sacatepequez, due to the high crime rates and gang activity.

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The state of emergency allows the deployment of military troops, as well as giving police and public services the authority to restrict public gatherings, prohibit vehicles from operating or parking in certain areas, and prohibit the carrying of firearms.

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