Amid the rising violence in Cuba, residents of Songo la Maya turned over a young thief to the police in a densely populated neighborhood.
The young man, who is under 20 years old according to images posted on Facebook by journalist Yosmany Mayeta, was detained by the neighbors.
In the audio, one of those present can be heard saying that the young man's mother was beating him in the street, just before the police arrived.
These incidents have become frequent on the island.
On November 27th, residents of the Los Pinos neighborhood in Santiago de Cuba apprehended a man they caught attempting to steal in the area. They restrained him while waiting for the police to arrive and arrest him.
Frequently Asked Questions about Safety and Violence in Santiago de Cuba
What happened in the neighborhood of Songo la Maya with the young thief?
The residents of Songo la Maya apprehended a young thief and handed him over to the police. The young man, who is under 20 years old, was caught by neighborhood residents before the police arrived.
How did the neighbors react to the attempted robbery in Los Pinos?
In Los Pinos, neighbors caught a man in the act of trying to steal and tied him up while waiting for the police to arrive. Such neighborhood actions are becoming more common due to the increasing insecurity in the region.
What does the arrest of these thieves by the neighbors in Santiago de Cuba reflect?
The involvement of neighbors in the arrest of thieves reflects a community response to the increasing violence in Cuba. Residents are taking matters into their own hands due to the perception of a lack of security and protection from the authorities.
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