A disturbing incident in La Paz resulted in the death of two young children and left the community shaken. A man in his 30s is in custody under medical care after killing his 10-year-old son and 6-year-old daughter before attempting to take his own life. Local authorities described the events as stemming from a quarrel with the children’s mother, who had chosen to spend the night away from the family home. The head of the La Paz Special Forces Against Crime, known as Felcc, confirmed that the minors were killed during the father
0s return to the shared residence. The investigation points to a violent domestic dispute as the likely trigger for the tragedy. The official explained that the couple’s separation for the night appears to have precipitated the attack in front of the children. The situation was reported by René Tambo, a spokesperson involved in the case.
According to Tambo, the father returned home early in the morning and found the room stained with blood. Investigators say the two children were found deceased on the floor beside their father. In the process of the attack, the man attempted to sever his own neck, which led to his transfer to a medical facility for life-saving care and stabilization. The immediate response aimed to preserve the children and assess the perpetrator
0s condition, with the medical team addressing serious injuries. The incident prompted a broader review of safety and family dynamics within the community. [citation: La Paz Felcc press briefing, local authorities, and police reports]
Neighbors interviewed by the press described the family as close-knit. They noted seeing the parents with their two children regularly and expressed disbelief that such a violent event could occur within what appeared to be a unified household. Local residents described a stable family routine prior to the incident, underscoring the shock of the tragedy and the challenge for the community to comprehend the crisis that unfolded. [citation: resident testimonies collected by local reporters]
La Paz district attorney William Alave provided details from the autopsy, reporting two neck wounds on the boy and a deep neck injury on the girl. Prosecutors confirmed that the father acted without the influence of alcohol or drugs, ruling out intoxication as a primary factor. The authorities stated that the man was arrested after the incident and that the investigation continues to determine the precise sequence of events and possible premeditation. The case emphasizes the need for ongoing assessment of domestic safety measures and supports available to families in crisis. [citation: statements from the La Paz district attorney and forensic findings]
From 1 January to 1 August, the Public Ministry records indicate 23 cases of this nature across the departments of La Paz, Potosi, Cochabamba, and Santa Cruz. This figure underscores ongoing concerns about family violence and the importance of prevention, early intervention, and access to resources for families facing conflict. The authorities continue to monitor similar incidents nationwide and reiterate appeals for timely reporting and community support mechanisms to reduce the risk of severe outcomes in domestic settings. [citation: Public Ministry statistics and regional reports]