Evo Morales Faces Arrest Warrant for Human Trafficking

Bolivia's former president Evo Morales faces an arrest warrant for alleged human trafficking involving a minor during his presidency from 2006 to 2019. The accusations, which Morales denies, stem from allegations that he had a relationship with a 15-year-old girl, resulting in a child born in 2016. Prosecutor Sandra Gutiérrez announced the charges, stating that these events have been under investigation since October 2023, but the warrant was only made public recently due to threats. Morales has taken refuge in the Chapare region, where he still enjoys strong support, complicating law enforcement efforts to execute the warrant amid ongoing protests. The legal consequences could lead to a prison sentence of 10 to 15 years if he is found guilty. Morales claims that the legal action is politically motivated, aimed at discrediting him.