Overview

• The strike began on April 28, 2025, affecting six Almafuerte-operated bus lines in Buenos Aires Province, leaving thousands of commuters seeking alternative transport.
• The action was triggered by a knife attack on Johnny Vizgarra, a line 378 driver, who suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries during a robbery on April 26 in Isidro Casanova.
• Drivers are demanding protective cabins and stronger street policing, citing unfulfilled promises and ongoing safety concerns in public transportation.
• The Unión Tranviarios Automotor (UTA) has joined the strike, and workers have announced a security march for April 29 in San Justo to press for reforms.
• Authorities have launched an investigation, including reviewing security footage, to identify the attacker, who disguised himself in driver-like clothing.