Elderly Man Dies Walking 50km to Escape Bolivian Roadblocks

Cochabamba Tragedy: Elderly Man Dies After 50km Walk Amidst Roadblocks. A tragic incident unfolded in Cochabamba, Bolivia, on June 9th, 2025, highlighting the devastating consequences of political protests. An elderly man perished after being forced to walk 50 kilometers due to roadblocks erected by "evismo" supporters. The video footage shows the harsh conditions and the man's lifeless body. "It's a heartbreaking situation," stated Vanderley Flores, director of the Special Force to Fight Crime (Felcc). The police report confirmed the roadblocks significantly impeded transportation, leaving many stranded. The man's death, ruled a probable cardiorespiratory arrest, underscores the human cost of political unrest. The authorities are investigating the incident.