Cargo Theft Rocks Bolivia: 1,200 Quintals of Rice Vanish in Broad Daylight

Rice Cargo Theft in Bolivia: 1,200 Quintals Vanish in Montero-Oruro Transport Scam Montero, Bolivia – In a shocking incident, over 1,200 quintals of rice disappeared during transit from Montero to Oruro. The cargo, valued at over Bs 600,000, was being transported by truck drivers hired through social media platforms. Victims claim they were victims of a sophisticated scam. "We were scammed," said a distraught rice producer, her voice choked with emotion. "My entire life's work, over $40,000, is gone. I beg for justice; this cannot go unpunished." Security camera footage shows the trucks leaving Montero fully loaded. Days later, the trucks were found abandoned, completely empty. Police are investigating the whereabouts of the drivers and the stolen rice. The incident highlights the risks associated with hiring transport services through online platforms. Authorities are urging caution and advising businesses to verify the credentials of transport companies before entrusting valuable goods to them. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are hopeful of recovering the stolen rice and apprehending the perpetrators.