A young Cuban has been missing for 15 days after failing to return home following an authorized leave from the Mandatory Military Service (SMO) at a unit in Havana.
The lack of news about this young man, whose identity has not been disclosed by his family, has sparked a call on social media to find him, requesting the public's assistance.
Yuneisy Suárez Corchete, who claimed to be the young man's godmother, shared a photograph of him and requested assistance in spreading the word about the case.
"This is my godson," he expressed. "He is currently serving in the military in Havana. He was granted leave, and it has been 15 days since we last heard from him. For God's sake, what is happening? If anyone sees him, please contact me or his mother. The family is desperate."
According to this user, even the commanders of the military unit where the young man is serving his mandatory military service are unaware of his whereabouts. Apparently, his mobile phone is also turned off.
The family has provided the contact number 56341780 for anyone with information to reach out.
This disappearance adds to a series of recent cases in Cuba, such as that of a 20-year-old who went missing while taking a private transport from Bayamo to Havana. Additionally, a resident of Ciego de Ávila is searching for his mother, Mabel García Corrales, 54, who has been missing for five months. In Morón, Ciego de Ávila, the elderly man Heriberto Llánez García has been missing for 22 days, with his family receiving no answers about his whereabouts.
Frequently Asked Questions about Recent Disappearances in Cuba
How does the economic and social crisis affect disappearances in Cuba?
The economic and social crisis in Cuba has exacerbated insecurity and the rise in disappearances. Violence on the island has increased, and resource limitations are hindering the authorities' ability to search for missing persons. This forces families to rely on community solidarity and social networks to try to find their loved ones.
What are some recent cases of disappearances in Cuba?
Recently, several cases of disappearances have been reported in Cuba, including that of a young man who went missing while traveling on a private transport from Bayamo to Havana, and the case of a 54-year-old woman, Mabel García Corrales, who has been missing for five months in Ciego de Ávila. These cases highlight the growing issue of disappearances in the country.
What measures are families taking to find their missing loved ones?
Families primarily use social media to spread information about disappearances and request assistance. They have also offered rewards and asked the community to remember and photograph missing persons if they see them, in order to aid in their identification and location.
What is known about the police's actions in these cases of disappearances?
In several cases, such as that of Heriberto Llánez in Ciego de Ávila, the police have stated that they lack sufficient resources to initiate an official search. This has left families to rely on their own efforts and the support of the community to try to locate their loved ones.
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