 The people involved in the coup wanted to surprise us and the Bolivian people. We've reacted, and also the people have mobilized against this coup attempt. Thank you to the Bolivian people. Hours after the failed coup, Bolivian authorities arrested General Zuniga, along with an alleged co-conspirator, Navy Chief Juan Arnaz. As he was being arrested, Zuniga told reporters the apparent coup had been organized by Arce himself to boost his low approval ratings.