NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedJuly 30, 2026Miami-Dade County
New Arrest Warrant Issued for Former President Evo Morales
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Bolivian prosecutors have issued an arrest warrant for former President Evo Morales, accusing him of terrorism and other crimes. The charges stem from his alleged role in anti-government protests and road blockades that lasted over 50 days earlier this year.
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The legal action against a former head of state impacts national political stability and the ongoing investigation into the economic disruption caused by 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 charges are related to anti-government protests and road blockades that occurred in May and June.
- The protests and blockades lasted for more than 50 days.
- A mission from the Organization of American States (OEA) has arrived in the country.
Who's Mentioned
PersonBrayan Melgar“Prosecutor who issued the latest arrest warrant.”locationChapare“Region where Morales is reportedly staying.”PersonRoger Mariaca“Fiscal General of Bolivia.”locationLa Paz“Capital city of Bolivia.”PersonEvo Morales“Former President of Bolivia (2006-2019) facing multiple arrest warrants.”OrganizationFiscalía de Bolivia“The Bolivian Prosecutor's Office that issued the warrant.”PersonJavier Martínez-Acha Vásquez“Chancellor of Panama.”PersonAlbert Ramdin“Secretary General of the OEA leading a delegation to Bolivia.”OrganizationOEA“Organization of American States, which has sent a mission to the country.”locationBolivia“The country where the events and legal proceedings are taking place.”OrganizationOrganización de Estados Americanos“International organization currently visiting Bolivia to support constitutional ”PersonRodrigo Paz“Current President of Bolivia.”