Cochabamba Ambulance Attack: Protestors Assault Patients, Burn Vehicle

Cochabamba Ambulance Attack: Protestors Assault Patients, Burn Vehicle Cochabamba, Bolivia – In a shocking incident on June 7th, 2025, protestors in Cochabamba violently attacked an ambulance, injuring patients and medical personnel, and subsequently burning the vehicle. The attack, which occurred amidst ongoing political unrest, has sparked widespread outrage and condemnation. According to the Bolivian Health Minister, who was interviewed at the scene, "Blockaders attacked the ambulance, which was transporting four injured patients. They beat the patients, the driver, and a female doctor who was accompanying them. The ambulance was then set on fire." The Minister praised the quick response of emergency services, who managed to rescue the patients and transport them to Hospital Obrero No. 2 for treatment. The injured individuals received immediate medical attention. While the patients are now safe, the incident highlights the escalating violence surrounding the protests and the significant risk faced by medical personnel and those in need of urgent care. The authorities are currently investigating the incident and pursuing legal action against those responsible. This attack serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for de-escalation and peaceful resolution of the ongoing conflict.

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