Tolls will increase by 40 percent from July, with critics saying a third of the money will go to a private company

Around 60 truck drivers are demonstrating this morning at the express Rafael Martínez Nadal in the direction of the Capitol. The protest responds to the increase in tolls costs, reported the Puerto Rico Police. Uniform agents are in the area to monitor the development of the demonstration and guarantee the safety of protesters and drivers. So far no major incidents have been reported. Authorities indicated that they will offer additional informa…

By Redaccion Es Noticia redaccion@esnoticiapr.com The police alerted drivers to take action due to a demonstration of truck drivers in the express Rafael Martínez Nadal, in San Juan. About 60 truck drivers are demonstrating for that express in the direction of the Capitol, so there is a lot of traffic. It was reported that the demonstration is related to an increase in the rate for using tolls. The police are in the place. The entry Truckers are…

Truckers are criticizing that 38% of tolls go to private owners and are planning protests. Fees for older vehicles with higher emissions are also increasing.