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Former Bolivia President Arce Detained Over Kidnapping Allegations

12/11/2025

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On December 10, 2025, Bolivia's former president Luis Arce was detained amid allegations of illegal kidnapping by police.
María Nela Prada Tejada, Arce's former minister, said unofficial sources provided information about the detention.
Edmand Lara, vice president, confirmed Arce's apprehension, saying it followed a prosecutorial resolution.
Under President Rodrigo Paz Pereira's administration, probes into past administrations, including Arce's, have intensified, leading to Lidia Patty's arrest.

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On December 10, 2025, Bolivia's former president Luis Arce was detained amid allegations of illegal kidnapping by police.
María Nela Prada Tejada, Arce's former minister, said unofficial sources provided information about the detention.
Edmand Lara, vice president, confirmed Arce's apprehension, saying it followed a prosecutorial resolution.
Under President Rodrigo Paz Pereira's administration, probes into past administrations, including Arce's, have intensified, leading to Lidia Patty's arrest.