La Paz Fuel Tank Confiscation Raises Concerns

La Paz Fuel Tank Confiscation: Police Action Sparks Questions La Paz, Bolivia – A short video circulating on social media shows police officers in La Paz removing a large fuel tank from the underside of a truck. The incident, captured on May 31, 2025, has raised questions about potential fuel shortages or regulatory actions. The video, shared by Unitel Bolivia, shows several officers working together to extract the tank, which appears to be a reserve tank, from the vehicle. A witness near the scene commented, "They are taking away the extra tanks." The video does not provide further explanation of the event. While the video itself is brief, it provides visual evidence of a potential regulatory action or response to a fuel crisis. Further investigation is needed to determine the full context and implications of the incident. The event's potential impact on fuel availability and distribution in La Paz remains unclear.