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The alleged perpetrators of a violent robbery against a 15-year-old in Cárdenas, Matanzas, were captured by the Police, according to a source linked to the Ministry of the Interior (Minint).
The detainees are three young individuals, identified as Dairon Roque Perdomo, Oniel Hernández Díaz, and Dairon Letourneaut Utria, reported the pro-government profile “Con Todos La Victoria”.
The three are accused of violently stealing a teenager's mobile phone, watch, and shoes in Parque Martí, in the city of Matanzas.
The publication noted that two of the arrested individuals have criminal records: Hernández has been charged with possession of a knife, and Letourneaut for robbery with violence, burglary, theft of livestock, and breaking and entering.
In the homes of the detainees, all the stolen goods were found and returned to their owner.
Cell phone thefts have become frequent in Cuba, as part of the crime wave that has heightened social insecurity and keeps the population on edge.
This week, security cameras captured the theft of a cellphone in a café in Havana, carried out by an individual who was identified hours later by victims of previous thefts in other commercial establishments in the capital.
The man uses the same modus operandi to commit his crimes: he approaches to make a purchase at a store, and as soon as the clerk is distracted, he steals the phone.
Homeowners and business owners in Cuba have had to install surveillance devices to record criminal acts and facilitate the capture of criminals, due to the lack of police action when an incident is reported.
In November of last year, a visually impaired man was attacked by four minors while he was sitting on the sidewalk near his home in Cárdenas, Matanzas, according to a family member's report. One of the assailants was armed with a knife.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Rise in Crime in Cuba
What happened in the violent robbery of a teenager in Cárdenas, Matanzas?
The three alleged perpetrators of the violent robbery of a 15-year-old in Cárdenas have been captured by the police. The criminals, identified as Dairon Roque Perdomo, Oniel Hernández Díaz, and Dairon Letourneaut Utria, robbed the minor of his mobile phone, watch, and shoes. Two of the arrested individuals have a criminal record. The stolen items were found in their homes and have been returned to the victim.
How is crime affecting daily life in Cuba?
Crime in Cuba has notably increased, affecting social security and generating a sense of insecurity among the population. Thefts, especially of mobile phones, have become frequent in various cities across the country. Citizens often resort to installing surveillance cameras and may even take justice into their own hands due to police inefficiency.
What measures is the population taking in response to the increase in thefts in Cuba?
Due to the rising wave of thefts, Cubans have started to install surveillance devices and, in some cases, have taken justice into their own hands by capturing the thieves. This is a result of the lack of action or delayed response from the police in many criminal incidents.
What is the security situation in Cárdenas, Matanzas?
Cárdenas, Matanzas, like many other Cuban towns, is experiencing an increase in violence and crime, reflecting the economic crisis affecting the country. Citizens feel unprotected and have expressed concerns about safety, both day and night. The government has acknowledged this situation, but its response capacity has been limited.
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