Stolen Rice Recovered in Montero: Criminal Network Suspected

In Montero, Bolivia, a significant rice theft case has unfolded, highlighting the challenges of combating organized crime. Police and the Public Ministry recently recovered a portion of 600 quintals of rice, initially destined for Oruro but diverted to Santa Cruz. One victim reported a loss of 350,000 Bolivianos. "We suspect a criminal organization operating from Palmasola prison," stated a police official involved in the investigation. The recovered 163 quintals were found at the Nuevo Abasto market, illustrating the reach of this criminal enterprise. The ongoing investigation aims to bring those responsible to justice and disrupt the criminal network. The successful recovery of a portion of the stolen rice offers a glimmer of hope in the fight against crime.