Santa Cruz governor warns of rising crime, plans Guardia Cruceña deployment by 2027

Bolivia's Santa Cruz governor Schrupp warns that current insecurity and crime are only the tip of the iceberg, prompting the governorship to adjust the Guardia Cruceña law and aim for gradual deployment starting 2027. The plan includes enhanced strategic intelligence, drone use, and inter-institutional coordination. The warning signals a potential escalation in public security concerns, though specifics on funding and legislative hurdles remain unclear.