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A woman died on Monday morning after being shot inside her own home in San Antonio, a town in the Vertientes municipality, in Camagüey.
The victim, a mother of two children, has been identified as Cristina Guerra, aged 54.
According to information revealed by local residents to the group Facebook "Missing within Cuba. We are your voice," the attacker was a hooded man, currently unknown, who broke into the woman’s home and fired multiple shots with a firearm.
She was quickly transferred to Mario Muñoz Monroy hospital, where she was pronounced dead due to the severity of the injuries caused by the gunshots.
So far, the causes of the incident are unknown, the note specifies.
The author of the post requests that anyone with any information about the incident or the identity of the murderer contact the Police.
The tragic event has shocked the family, friends, and acquaintances of the victim, as well as the community of San Antonio in general.
Numerous people from Vertientes confirmed the news on social media.
Frequently Asked Questions about Feminicide and Gender Violence in Cuba
What happened with Cristina Guerra in Vertientes, Camagüey?
Cristina Guerra, 54 years old, was murdered in her home by a hooded man who shot her multiple times. She was taken to the hospital but died due to the severity of her injuries.
What is the situation of femicides in Cuba according to the most recent reports?
Until October 2024, at least 43 femicides in Cuba have been confirmed according to independent platforms such as Yo Sí Te Creo en Cuba and Alas Tensas. These organizations have also reported attempted femicides and cases that require further investigation.
How has the Cuban government responded to gender violence?
The Cuban government has acknowledged the situation of violence faced by more than 16,000 women and girls in the country. In July, it established a national system for recording and monitoring cases of gender-based violence, although the Penal Code still does not classify femicide as a crime.
What is the relationship between the increase in femicides and the pandemic in Cuba?
The Federation of Cuban Women (FMC) has noted a rise in femicides since the pandemic, although it refuses to use the term "femicide" and prefers "femicide." The pandemic has exacerbated situations of violence within the family.
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