Bolivian Police Clear Cochabamba Roadblock, Restoring Highway Traffic

Cochabamba Roadblock Cleared by Police: A report from Sipe Sipe. On June 3rd, 2025, Bolivian police used heavy machinery to clear a roadblock in the town of Sipe Sipe, Cochabamba. The blockade, erected by groups supporting former president Evo Morales, had disrupted traffic on a major highway connecting Cochabamba to the western part of the country. A reporter from BOLIVIA TV, present at the scene, stated, "The machinery arrived just minutes ago and is now removing the mounds of earth that blocked the road." The police presence was significant, and while there were some protestors present, the clearing operation proceeded without major incidents. The reporter also noted that several fuel tankers were waiting to pass through the cleared road. The incident highlights the ongoing political tensions in Bolivia, particularly in the lead-up to upcoming elections. The successful clearing of the roadblock is a positive step towards restoring normal traffic flow in the region.