Police Officer Injured in Bolivia Highway Blockade

On June 11, 2025, a tense situation unfolded on the Cochabamba-Oruro highway in Bolivia. Police launched an operation to clear a roadblock, encountering significant resistance from protestors. "The protestors were throwing explosives and rocks from the surrounding hills," reported a Bolivia TV journalist at the scene. One police officer sustained injuries during the confrontation and had to be taken to a hospital. The incident highlights the ongoing tensions and challenges in the region.