Prosecutor's Office Imputes Rafael Arce for Illicit Enrichment
The Prosecutor's Office in Bolivia has formally accused Rafael Arce Mosqueira, son of former President Luis Arce, of illicit enrichment. The accusation, announced on November 28, 2025, stems from alleged irregularities surrounding his acquisition of a productive property known as 'Adán y Eva'. As part of the legal proceedings, the Prosecutor's Office has requested six months of preventive detention for Arce Mosqueira in the San Pedro prison in La Paz.
Details of the Accusations
The case against Rafael Arce Mosqueira centers on the purchase of the 'Adán y Eva' property located in the department of Santa Cruz. According to the complaint filed by former deputy Héctor Arce, Rafael Arce Mosqueira acquired the property at the age of 25, allegedly using questionable bank loans despite his lack of experience in the sector. The prosecution further alleges that Arce Mosqueira declared a lower transaction value to evade taxes and benefited from expedited procedures from the Authority of Forests and Lands (ABT) for his property. These actions form the basis of the illicit enrichment charge.
Request for Preventive Detention
Prosecutor General Roger Mariaca confirmed the formal imputation and the request for preventive detention. The Prosecutor's Office has asked the judicial authority to order Rafael Arce Mosqueira's incarceration for six months in the San Pedro prison while the investigation proceeds. The formal imputation has been presented to the judicial authority in La Paz, which is expected to schedule a precautionary measures hearing to evaluate the request.
Context and Next Steps
This development follows a period of scrutiny regarding the financial dealings of the former President's family. Former President Luis Arce, whose term concluded in November 2025, has previously stated that his adult children are responsible for their own actions and must answer to justice like any other citizen. The judicial authority will now review the formal imputation and the request for preventive detention, determining whether Rafael Arce Mosqueira will be sent to San Pedro prison as requested by the Prosecutor's Office.
7 Comments
BuggaBoom
Good, hold him accountable for illicit gains. This sets a strong precedent.
Loubianka
Another example of justice being weaponized against political opponents. Very concerning.
KittyKat
Seeing a former president's son face charges shows that progress is being made against impunity in the country, yet we must ensure due process is strictly followed for all citizens, powerful or not.
Muchacha
It's crucial to investigate corruption regardless of who is involved, but preventive detention should only be a last resort, not a political tool to sway public opinion.
Muchacho
This feels rushed and politically motivated. What about the presumption of innocence?
Michelangelo
While the allegations of illicit enrichment are serious and warrant investigation, requesting six months of detention before a trial seems overly harsh and potentially indicative of political pressure.
Raphael
Justice is finally being served! No one is above the law, especially when it comes to corruption.