Stones Fly as Pro-Morales Protest Turns Violent Outside Bolivian Election Tribunal

Pro-Morales Protesters Clash with Police Outside Bolivian Electoral Tribunal La Paz, Bolivia – Tensions escalated in La Paz today as protesters supporting former president Evo Morales clashed with police outside the Supreme Electoral Tribunal (TSE). The incident occurred this afternoon, leaving a trail of destruction and several arrests. Footage from Bolivia TV shows scattered stones and what appears to be bloodstains on the ground near the TSE building. A large contingent of police officers in riot gear were seen maintaining a heavy presence in the area. The video does not show the actual confrontation, but the aftermath clearly indicates a violent clash. "They were throwing rocks, trying to break through the police lines," said one eyewitness, who declined to be identified for fear of reprisal. "It was chaotic; people were screaming, and the police were trying to control the situation." The motives behind the protest remain unclear, but the incident underscores the deep political divisions that persist in Bolivia. The TSE is a key institution in the upcoming elections, making the security of the building a critical concern. Police have yet to release an official statement on the number of arrests or injuries. However, the presence of bloodstains in the Bolivia TV footage suggests that some individuals may have been injured during the clash. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of peace and the importance of peaceful dialogue in resolving political differences.