Sao Paulo Housing Protest: 500 Block Avenues, Police Respond

Sao Paulo Housing Protest Disrupts Traffic, Police Respond A large-scale protest over housing shortages caused significant traffic disruptions in Sao Paulo's East Zone on Monday morning, May 26, 2025. Approximately 500 people blocked the avenues Rio das Pedras and dos Latinos in the Aricanduva district. The demonstration involved protesters entering local businesses and public buildings to escape police action. "Some of the protesters invaded shops and public facilities to escape the police's shock bombs," stated a local journalist. Police were deployed to clear the avenues and restore traffic flow. The protest highlights ongoing concerns about housing affordability and access in the city. The situation, while tense, was resolved without major incidents, emphasizing the importance of peaceful demonstration and dialogue.