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Relatives of a Cuban named Odey Gamboa Batista, who lives in Cruces, Cienfuegos, have sought help on social media to locate him after several days without any information about his whereabouts.
According to his sister Elizabeth Abad Fernández on Facebook, Odey, 44 years old, has been missing for three days and no one has seen him.
The family has requested the community's assistance in finding him, asking that any information be reported to the contact numbers: 54365939 and 56266133.
In Cuba, the number of disappearances has increased in recent months, a situation that alarms society due to the rising violence and the lack of access to essential medications for those suffering from chronic illnesses that lead to disorientation.
Additionally, the socioeconomic context and the lack of an effective response from authorities in such situations force citizens to turn to social networks to seek assistance in their search.
The case of Odey is just one of many reported in recent weeks across different parts of the country.
On December 17, the disappearance of 30-year-old Jorge Ramón Rodríguez Cedeño was reported. He left his home on the San Germán road in the Campuchea area during the early hours of Friday, December 13.
The case of the 67-year-old Cuban Felicia Gómez Díaz is also open. She left her home, a small family farm in the village of La Ermita, on December 5 at 8:00 AM. She has lived there for 40 years, along the road that connects Trinidad to Sancti Spíritus.
She was wearing a green coat, leggings, rubber boots, and a blue cap from the local baseball team. She told her husband she was going to look for their cows. Around nine in the morning, an hour later, her husband began to miss her and started looking for her. Since then, they have not heard from her again.
Frequently Asked Questions about Disappearances in Cuba
Who is Odey Gamboa Batista and why is he missing?
Odey Gamboa Batista is a 44-year-old Cuban residing in Cruces, Cienfuegos, and he has been missing for three days. His family has sought help on social media to locate him, as no one has seen him since then.
How can I help in the search for Odey Gamboa Batista?
To assist in the search for Odey Gamboa Batista, you can contact the numbers 54365939 and 56266133 if you have any information regarding his whereabouts.
Why are disappearances increasing in Cuba?
Disappearances in Cuba have increased due to rising violence, insecurity, and lack of access to essential medications for patients with chronic illnesses that cause disorientation. The ineffective response from authorities and the socioeconomic context also contribute to this troubling situation.
What actions are the families of the missing taking in Cuba?
Families turn to social media and independent media to seek help in finding their missing loved ones. Due to the absence of an official government channel to manage these situations, citizens rely on community collaboration to obtain information and support.
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