A joint police and military operation to clear a 20-day road blockade in San Julián, Bolivia, resulted in violent clashes, leaving six police officers injured, four of them by gunfire.
Key points
- One police officer remains in intensive care after sustaining a gunshot wound to the head.
- Authorities reported that five protesters were apprehended during the operation.
- The hospital in San Julián treated 26 patients, including 11 affected by chemical agents and 15 with various injuries.
- Protesters allegedly used stones and fireworks against security forces, while the police stated they responded only with chemical agents.
Why it matters
The escalation reflects deep-seated political instability in Bolivia, as protesters demand the resignation of President Rodrigo Paz amid ongoing civil unrest.
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