At least 12 individuals have lost their lives in a plane crash in the Puente Bolivia region of El Alto, Bolivia, as per a report from a local news source. Additionally, six people have sustained injuries following the crash of a Bolivian Air Force C-130 Hercules aircraft on February 27.

According to reports from Diario El Potosí, there has been significant damage to vehicles in the vicinity due to the accident.

The incident involved a cargo plane transporting money, which tragically went down shortly after takeoff, causing currency notes to be strewn across the ground, as confirmed by an official on the scene.

Local authorities, including police and fire department personnel, are actively engaged in rescue operations for the injured individuals.

Updates on this ongoing event will continue to be provided as more information becomes available.