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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 3, 2026Miami-Dade

Bolivian government declares arrest of Evo Morales a priority

The Bolivian government has officially designated the arrest of former President Evo Morales as a priority task, contradicting earlier statements from the national police commander. Morales, 66, faces allegations of statutory abuse involving a minor during his time in office.

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Why It Matters

This directive changes the operational status of the investigation into a former head of state, signaling a shift in government enforcement priorities regarding the ongoing legal case against Morales.

Key Facts

  • The Bolivian government officially declared the arrest of Evo Morales a priority.
  • The government explicitly overruled the national police commander regarding the priority status of the arrest.
  • Evo Morales is 66 years old.
  • Morales is accused of the alleged abuse of a minor during his presidency (2006-2019).
  • The national police commander had previously stated that the arrest was not a priority.

Who's Mentioned

locationChapare“Region where Morales is currently residing”personMirko Sokol“General and Chief of the National Police”other66“Age of Evo Morales”locationBolivia“Country where the legal actions are taking place”other53“Number of days of protests linked to the second arrest warrant”personEvo Morales“Former President of Bolivia facing arrest warrants”personRodrigo Paz“President of Bolivia”