politics
March 1, 2026
Military Cargo Plane Loaded with Cash Crashes on Highway (VIDEOS)
Bolivian military aircraft carrying newly printed cash crashed onto a busy highway near La Paz, killing at least 15 people
TL;DR
- A Bolivian military cargo aircraft crashed on a highway near El Alto, adjacent to La Paz.
- The plane was reportedly carrying newly printed cash from the central bank.
- At least 15 people were killed in the crash, with authorities unsure if they were on the plane or in vehicles.
- The aircraft struck multiple vehicles, causing extensive damage.
- Images showed crowds rushing to collect banknotes scattered from the wreckage.
- Police used riot-control measures to disperse people from the crash zone.
- Operations at El Alto International Airport were temporarily suspended.
- An investigation into weather conditions and mechanical failure has been launched.
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