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NewsWPLG Local 10 – EspañolJuly 30, 2026Miami-Dade

New Arrest Warrant Issued for Former President Evo Morales

Bolivian prosecutors have issued a new arrest warrant for former President Evo Morales. He is being investigated for alleged terrorism and other crimes linked to anti-government protests and road blockades that occurred in May and June.

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Why It Matters

The legal action against a former head of state regarding national protests impacts the political stability of the country and the ongoing investigation into the 50-day blockade period.

Key Facts

  • The Bolivian Prosecutor's Office issued an arrest warrant for former President Evo Morales on Wednesday.
  • Morales is being investigated for alleged crimes including terrorism.
  • The investigation relates to anti-government protests and road blockades that lasted for over 50 days.
  • The blockades occurred during the months of May and June.
  • A mission from the Organization of American States (OEA) has arrived in Bolivia.

Who's Mentioned

personBrayan Melgar“Prosecutor who issued the latest arrest warrant.”locationChapare“Region where Evo Morales is currently located.”personRoger Mariaca“Fiscal General of Bolivia overseeing the execution of arrest warrants.”locationLa Paz“Capital city of Bolivia affected by protests and shortages.”organizationFiscalía de Bolivia“The Bolivian Prosecutor's Office that issued the warrant.”personJavier Martínez-Acha Vásquez“Chancellor of Panama involved in the OAS delegation.”personAlbert Ramdin“Secretary General of the OAS leading a delegation to Bolivia.”organizationOEA“Organization of American States, which has a mission arriving in the country.”organizationOrganización de Estados Americanos“International body currently visiting Bolivia to support constitutional order.”personEvo Morales“Former President of Bolivia (2006-2019) facing multiple arrest warrants.”locationEl Alto“City affected by protests and shortages.”personRodrigo Paz“Current President of Bolivia who assumed office on November 8.”