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Tragic Collision in Bolivia Claims at Least 31 Lives

In southern Bolivia, a tragic incident occurred early Monday when a truck crashed into a bus on a highway near La Paz, resulting in the bus veering off the road and leading to the loss of 31 lives, according to local police.

Police spokesman Limbert Choque, addressing the media, confirmed the casualties, noting that both men and women were among the victims, as ambulances and emergency vehicles rushed to the accident site where 22 others sustained injuries.

President Luis Arce extended his sympathies to the families of the victims via social media, emphasizing the need for a thorough investigation to assign accountability. He wrote on Facebook, "We extend our deepest condolences to the grieving families, hoping they find the strength to cope during these challenging times."

Following the collision on the highway connecting Oruro and Potosi, the bus careened around 500 meters (1,640 feet) down a ravine. The truck driver has been taken into custody by the authorities, who are currently looking into the cause of the tragic accident.

This heartbreaking event occurred shortly after a prior accident in the region where over thirty people lost their lives due to a collision between two buses.