The transport union has expressed its outrage at the increase in violence, with a new driver murder bringing the number of victims this year to 37. They lament the lack of concrete measures from the authorities to ensure safety on the roads and in the terminals. The group is calling for an effective security plan and immediate actions to protect workers in the sector from extortion and crime.
Guatemalan transporters in distress due to rising violence
This article was updated at 15:05.