Bolivian Firefighters Transfer Fallen Officer's Body After Violent Clashes

Potosí, Bolivia: Firefighters Transfer Body of Deceased Police Officer After Llallagua Clashes Llallagua, Potosí, Bolivia witnessed violent clashes on June 13th, 2025, resulting in the death of a police officer. The subsequent transfer of the officer's body to the National Bolivian Police Academy in La Paz underscores the gravity of the situation and the challenges faced by emergency services amidst ongoing unrest. Pavel Tovar, Departmental Director of Firefighters in Potosí, confirmed the transfer, stating, "After the work carried out by the police and the armed forces to clear the highway in Llallagua, the body of the deceased firefighter was able to be transferred to the National Police Academy in La Paz." The operation, conducted during the night, involved navigating challenging conditions following the clashes. The incident highlights the volatile political climate in the region and the risks faced by law enforcement and emergency personnel. The successful transfer of the body, despite the circumstances, offers a small measure of resolution amidst the ongoing tensions.