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The two authors of a violent robbery in Holguín were recently apprehended by the authorities after being identified as the culprits of a brutal attack on an elderly man to strip him of his electric motorcycle.
The crime occurred at the beginning of the year when one of the assailants hired a ride with the victim on his scooter to the Castillito de Mayabe area, reported the official profile Cazador-Cazado on Facebook.
Upon arriving at the agreed location, his accomplice emerged from the bushes and struck the elderly man in the face with a brick, leaving him injured and abandoned.
The criminals, identified as Erlem Noguerol Leyva and Erlem Alejandro Noguerol Gómez, stole the motorcycle and made modifications to avoid detection. However, Cazador-Cazado only shared a photo of one of the assailants.
However, the authorities managed to locate them and capture them in an operation, emphasized the regime's allied profile.
The motorcycle was recovered despite the modifications made, and the victim is waiting for justice to be served after suffering serious injuries from the attack.
One of the clearest signs of the worsening economic crisis in Cuba is the increase in violent thefts of electric motorcycles and phones, often involving physical assaults on the victims.
In January, a new act of violence shocked social media after information circulated about the murder of a 21-year-old, who was reportedly attacked with a knife while leaving his job, resulting in his death.
According to a post from the Facebook group “Crímenes y desaparecidos en Cuba,” a young man identified as Yoandri Giménez fell victim to a robber who reportedly stabbed him to steal his cell phone.
Also that same month, crime continued to escalate in Las Tunas, with reports of armed robberies by individuals with balaclavas, which has raised concerns among the residents of this eastern province of Cuba.
In a post in the Facebook group “Revolico Las Tunas (Arriba de la bola)”, Claudia Pupo Ramón reported a robbery that occurred on the night of January 5th, on the avenue between the Buena Vista tank and the buildings heading towards the Vladimir Ilich Lenin University, in the city of Las Tunas.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Increase in Crime in Holguín, Cuba
What happened in the assault on an elderly person in Holguín?
Two men were arrested for the violent assault on an elderly man to steal his electric motorcycle in Holguín. The attack involved striking the elderly man with a brick, leaving him injured and abandoned. The motorcycle was later recovered.
How is the economic crisis affecting security in Cuba?
The economic crisis has led to an increase in violent thefts, especially of electric motorcycles and mobile phones. This rise in crime is a reflection of the desperation caused by the scarcity of resources and the lack of opportunities in the country.
Why are electric motorcycle thefts frequent in Holguín?
The thefts of electric motorcycles have increased due to high demand and their value on the black market. Electric motorcycles have become an appealing target for criminals, as they are easy to sell and difficult to trace once modified.
What actions are the authorities taking against crime in Holguín?
The authorities have made some arrests, such as in the case of the assault on the elderly man, but the overall response has been criticized for being insufficient. The perception of insecurity continues to grow due to the lack of effective measures to prevent and resolve these crimes.
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