Human remains were found in plastic bags on the outskirts of Placetas, Villa Clara, specifically behind the psychiatric hospital.
The skeletal remains were found chained and have raised speculations about the context of violence on the island.
However, an official source close to the Ministry of the Interior (Minint) reported that "there is indeed a discovery of bone remains," but they are "related to traditional religious practices in Cuba."
These practices, "although they may seem questionable from an ethical standpoint to some, are not related to any crimes. The discovery included elements such as corn and a chicken, typical of these rituals," the information specifies.
There were rumors circulating on Facebook linking the bones to supposed victims of a criminal gang known as "Los 43," but the regime has not confirmed the existence of this group, which is blamed for thefts, assaults, and intimidation of local residents.
This incident is not isolated. A few months ago, other skeletal remains were found in a dump, and on Wednesday, human remains were discovered floating in the waters of the Malecón in Havana.
An internet user identifying herself as Isabell Isabell posted a video on Facebook showing a large crowd gathered around the site of the discovery, along with the presence of fire trucks, ambulances, and police vehicles responding to the scene.
These events occur against a backdrop of increasing violence in Cuba linked to the widespread crisis in the country.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Discovery of Human Bones in Placetas, Cuba
What was found on the outskirts of Placetas, Villa Clara?
On the outskirts of Placetas, Villa Clara, human remains were found in plastic bags, specifically behind the local psychiatric hospital. These findings have sparked various speculations about their origin.
What is the official version regarding the discovery of human remains in Placetas?
An official profile close to the Ministry of the Interior stated that the skeletal remains are related to traditional religious practices in Cuba. They included items such as corn and a hen, which are typical in rituals, and are not connected to any crimes.
What is the connection between the remains found and the criminal gang "Los 43" in Placetas?
Although rumors circulated on Facebook regarding the connection of the bones to alleged victims of the criminal gang known as "Los 43," the regime has not confirmed the existence of this gang, which is said to carry out thefts and robberies in the area.
What is the status of the psychiatric hospital near the discovery of bones in Placetas?
The psychiatric hospital in Placetas is in a deplorable state, suffering from a lack of medications and staff, which severely affects its patients. Reports of neglect, malnutrition, and unsanitary conditions have led to continuous criticism.
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