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NewsWPLG Local 10 – EspañolAugust 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

The government's directive overrides police leadership, signaling a shift in the legal status and enforcement priority regarding the former president.

Key Facts

  • The Bolivian government declared the arrest of Evo Morales a priority task on Monday.
  • The government explicitly contradicted the national police commander's earlier statement.
  • The national police commander had previously stated that Morales's arrest was not a priority.
  • Evo Morales is 66 years old.
  • Morales is accused of the alleged abuse of a minor during his presidency (2006-2019).

Who's Mentioned

locationChapare“Region where Morales is currently residing”personMirko Sokol“General and Chief of the National Police”locationBolivia“Country where the legal actions are taking place”personEvo Morales“Former President of Bolivia (2006-2019) currently facing arrest warrants”organizationAP“News agency reporting the event”personRodrigo Paz“President of Bolivia”