The Bolivian police announced the arrest of 44 protesters on Friday. The protesters had set up over 20 roadblocks on highways across the country to prevent the arrest of former president Evo Morales on charges of statutory rape and human trafficking. The Bolivian government accused the protesters of committing various crimes, including attacks on transportation security, usurpation of functions, criminal association, armed robbery, and terrorism. The Minister of Government condemned the protesters' use of dangerous weapons, such as dynamite, assault rifles, and shotguns. He stated that 14 officers had been injured, with one undergoing surgery. This event took place on 10/25/2024 at the following location: La Paz, Bolivia.
Incident Type: Civil Unrest
Event Type: Protest
Total Fatalities: 0
Total Wounded: 14
Police/Military Fatalities: 0
Police/Military Wounded: 14
Civilian Fatalities: 0
Civilian Wounded: 0
Terrorist/Insurgent Fatalities: 0
Terrorist/Insurgent Wounded: 0
Number Arrested: 44
Source: Jurist News
