Santa Cruz Robbery: Child Targeted on Way to School

Santa Cruz, Bolivia: A minor was robbed while walking to school in the Los Lotes neighborhood on May 23, 2025. Security camera footage shows two individuals on a motorcycle approaching the victim and stealing their phone. The mother of the victim, interviewed by Unitel, is calling for justice and stated, "The assault that my son suffered...two guys grabbed him and violently snatched his phone." Police are investigating, and residents report similar incidents in the area. This case highlights the ongoing safety concerns in Los Lotes and underscores the need for increased security measures.