# Arrest of Fernando Cerimedo in Bolivia

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/20260819-arrest-of-fernando-cerimedo-in-bolivia
> Updated: 2026-08-19T13:00:41.000Z. Sources: 150. Developments: 2.

Argentine political consultant Fernando Cerimedo, a former advisor to Javier Milei, has been formally charged with attempted femicide by Bolivian authorities. The charges follow a violent shooting in Santa Cruz de la Sierra targeting his former partner, lawyer and activist Nadia Beller.

Beller, who is four months pregnant, was struck by three 9mm bullets during an ambush at a hotel entrance. She survived the attack and is currently receiving medical treatment for wounds to her neck, chest, and arm. During her recovery, Beller has expressed ongoing fear for her safety and reported a security breach in her hospital room involving an individual identifying as a police officer.

Beller alleges that Cerimedo orchestrated the attack to silence her regarding domestic violence and alleged corruption involving the family of Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz. She also claimed Cerimedo had previously made allegations regarding corruption involving Karina Milei. 

Cerimedo was apprehended at Viru Viru International Airport while attempting to board a flight to Buenos Aires. Bolivian prosecutors have ordered his continued detention, citing him as a significant flight risk, as the investigation continues to determine if other individuals were involved in planning the assault.

## Claims

- The Bolivian Prosecutor's Office has charged Fernando Cerimedo with attempted femicide. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Fernando Cerimedo was arrested at Viru Viru airport while attempting to fly to Argentina. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Nadia Beller claims Fernando Cerimedo told her that Karina Milei was involved in corruption. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Nadia Beller was shot three times during an attack at a hotel entrance. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Nadia Beller is four months pregnant. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Cerimedo remains in custody due to flight risk. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-19: Fernando Cerimedo charged with attempted femicide in Bolivia

Argentine consultant Fernando Cerimedo has been charged with attempted femicide in Bolivia after a shooting targeting his pregnant ex-partner, Nadia Beller. He was arrested while attempting to flee to Argentina

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bolivian-prosecutors-charge-fernando-cerimedo-with-attempted-femicide

### 2026-08-16: Fernando Cerimedo arrested in Bolivia for attempted femicide

Argentine consultant Fernando Cerimedo was arrested in Bolivia for allegedly orchestrating a shooting against his pregnant ex-partner, Nadia Beller, amid accusations of corruption and domestic violence.

147 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fernando-cerimedo-arrested-in-bolivia-for-attempted-murder

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