Bolivia Protest Turns Violent: Mother and Baby Attacked in Cochabamba

Cochabamba Violence: Protesters Attack Woman with Baby Cochabamba, Bolivia – A disturbing video has emerged showing the brutal attack on a woman carrying her baby during a protest on Avenida Petrolera in Cochabamba, Bolivia. The incident, captured by Bolivia TV, highlights the escalating violence surrounding recent political demonstrations. The footage shows a group of protesters, identified as "evitistas," surrounding and aggressively confronting a woman on a motorcycle. One protester is seen puncturing the motorcycle's tire with a sharp object, while others hurl rocks and debris. The woman, visibly distressed and holding her baby, is seen trying to protect her child from the violence. "It was terrifying," says a witness who requested anonymity. "They were so aggressive, and the woman was clearly terrified for her child's safety. It was a senseless act of violence." Bolivia TV reporters discussed the incident, linking it to the broader political climate in the country. They emphasized the need for peaceful resolution and condemned the violence against civilians. The incident underscores the urgent need for de-escalation and peaceful dialogue to resolve the ongoing political tensions in Bolivia. The attack on a vulnerable woman and her baby serves as a stark reminder of the human cost of political unrest.