22,000 Liters of Diesel Seized in El Alto Fuel Smuggling Bust

El Alto, Bolivia: Authorities Bust Illegal Fuel Ring, Seize 22,000 Liters of Diesel El Alto, Bolivia – In a major crackdown on illegal fuel trafficking, Bolivian authorities conducted a raid on June 4, 2025, uncovering a massive cache of illegally stored diesel fuel. The operation, which took place in District 12 of El Alto, resulted in the seizure of approximately 22,000 liters of diesel fuel stored in 22 tanks, each with a capacity of 1000 liters. One individual was arrested in connection with the operation. "This is a significant blow to the illegal fuel trade," stated Government Minister Roberto Rios in an interview following the raid. "The fuel was clearly destined for resale in Peru, and this operation demonstrates our commitment to disrupting these criminal networks and protecting Bolivia's fuel supply." Authorities also confiscated a motobomba, a motor pump used to transfer the fuel. The illegal operation was sophisticated, with the fuel being transported from various gas stations and stored in the clandestine depot. The successful operation highlights the ongoing efforts by Bolivian authorities to combat fuel smuggling and ensure the integrity of the nation's fuel market.