Illegal Gasoline Sales Explode on Social Media Amidst Fuel Shortage in Bolivia

La Paz, Bolivia – An alarming surge in the illegal trade of gasoline has been identified across social media platforms in Bolivia, with reports indicating prices as high as Bs 17 per liter. This clandestine market is exacerbating fuel shortages and causing significant concern among the public, particularly transport workers. According to a Unitel investigation, individuals are openly advertising and selling gasoline in large quantities through online groups. These sellers offer home delivery for orders exceeding 20 liters, with prices fluctuating based on location. For instance, a liter of gasoline is reportedly sold for Bs 14 in El Alto, while in La Paz, the price escalates to Bs 17. Drivers, who are already enduring extensive queues at official service stations, expressed their frustration. "They unload [fuel] and it quickly runs out," one driver stated, referring to official supplies. Another added, "There are many vehicles that load, go home, unload, and come back to load again. This is a problem." They claim that this illicit trade contributes directly to the scarcity, as individuals accumulate fuel for resale rather than for personal consumption. Authorities have yet to issue a comprehensive statement on the scale of this illegal activity or the measures being taken to curb it, as citizens continue to navigate the challenges of obtaining fuel.

deredes.tv

El comercio 1l3gal de gasolina se dispara en redes con precios de hasta Bs 17 e…

1750258053 El comercio 1l3gal de gasolina se dispara en redes con precios de hasta Bs 17 el litro eju.tv Tiktok by Unitel Bolivia