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Seven criminals were arrested by the police this week, accused of stealing from a private farmers' market in Santiago de las Vegas, Havana, after neutralizing the security guard on site, according to a source connected to the Ministry of the Interior (Minint).
In the early morning of Sunday, January 12, the suspects entered the agromarket on 413 Street between 186 and 188, in the municipality of Boyeros, surprising the security guard, whom they locked in, and stole four bags of rice and a “large quantity” of meat products, detailed the official profile on Facebook “El Cubano Fiel”.
Citing residents of that block as sources, the report added that people “saw the criminals taking out what they had stolen.” After the robbery, “the area was filled with police officers with dogs and forensic vehicles.”
The thieves were apprehended last Tuesday. The page did not identify them by name, but shared photographs of four of them.
In another similar incident that occurred at the beginning of the year in the same municipality of Havana, the police arrested five individuals involved in the robbery of a farm, after threatening the guard. The thieves stole boxes of beverages, rice, and a horse with its cart, using it to transport the stolen goods.
The rise of crime, violence, and insecurity in Cuba is alarming and keeps the public on edge.
For years, the country has been experiencing a criminal escalation characterized by numerous thefts and assaults committed by individuals who even resort to physical violence and murder to take the victims' belongings.
In the last months of last year, the murders of three custodians and the assault on another, who managed to survive the attack, caused an uproar in Santiago de Cuba.
In Havana, several violent incidents have been reported, where criminals have attacked security guards, putting their lives at risk.
At the end of 2024, the Cuban regime admitted that crime remains high in the country, following a year in which social media was filled with reports of violent incidents of all kinds, amidst the silence of the state media.
The government conducted a massive nationwide police operation at the beginning of December, aimed at tightening the grip on crime, corruption, illegal activities, and social indiscipline.
During one week, the police made over 3,300 arrests, exemplary trials were held in courts across all provinces, and judicial processes against serious corruption cases were expedited, among other actions that the regime disseminated through its official communication channels.
Frequently Asked Questions about Crime and Security in Cuba
What happened at the agromarket in Santiago de las Vegas in Havana?
Seven criminals robbed a private agromarket in Santiago de las Vegas, Havana, after locking up the security guard. They took four bags of rice and a "large quantity" of meat products. The thieves were arrested days later.
What is the current state of crime in Cuba?
In Cuba, there is a rise in criminal activity characterized by thefts and assaults, which have even escalated to physical violence and murders. Despite the government's efforts, insecurity remains a constant concern for citizens.
How has the Cuban regime responded to the rise in crime?
The Cuban regime has conducted operations and arrested more than 3,300 people in an effort to curb crime and corruption. However, the population continues to question the effectiveness of these measures, and the perception of insecurity persists.
How does the economic crisis affect security in Cuba?
The economic crisis in Cuba has exacerbated violence and crime, with a significant increase in thefts and assaults. The lack of basic resources and high inflation have contributed to a climate of widespread insecurity.
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