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Two individuals were arrested in the municipality of Palma Soriano, Santiago de Cuba, after being caught with over 160 pounds of beef in a house where, according to witnesses, three other animals ready for slaughter were being hidden.
The profile of Facebook “Héroes del Moncada”, aligned with the Cuban regime, reported on the case this Wednesday, detailing that the accused were caught with the meat clean and ready to be sold.
According to the publication, the discovery occurred in a home in the Sitio area, where police officers found processed meat and traces of other slaughtered cattle.
Neighbors in the area reported that, in addition to the seized meat, there were three other animals hidden nearby, allegedly intended for illegal slaughter.
However, the authorities have not provided further details regarding the fate of these specimens or the legal process that the detainees will face.
The shortage of food and the economic crisis have led to an increase in such incidents, despite the strict controls imposed by the State on livestock.
In the municipality of Songo-La Maya, in Santiago de Cuba, police authorities recovered two oxen that had been stolen last December and were about to be illegally slaughtered.
The intervention was carried out following a report from the owners of the animals, residents of Matahambre, as reported by the official profile of Facebook "Heroes of Moncada."
Just a few days ago, in an operation against the illegal meat trade in Santiago de Cuba, the police seized several pounds of product and homemade weapons following a report from a local resident named Oscar Lucero, in the municipality of Mella.
The regime’s allied profile “Heroes of Moncada” reported on Facebook that the police arrived at a residence where illegal meat sales were allegedly being prepared, catching those involved in the act.
The problem is so common that the regime acknowledged that a total of 1,615 Cuban citizens were sanctioned in 2024 for behaviors associated with the crime of illegal slaughter of livestock and trafficking of its meat.
In a statement signed by Tomás Betancourt and Alina de Fátima Santana, both judges of the Supreme People's Court, it was reported that 90 percent of those on trial received custodial sentences, with 78 percent of them facing penalties of up to 15 years.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Illegal Slaughter of Livestock and the Food Situation in Cuba
What happened to the people detained in Santiago de Cuba with beef?
Two people were arrested in the municipality of Palma Soriano, Santiago de Cuba, for possessing more than 160 pounds of beef, and it is suspected that they were involved in illegal slaughtering. The authorities have not provided details about the legal status of the detainees.
Why is illegal livestock slaughter common in Cuba?
The illegal slaughter of livestock is common due to the scarcity of meat and high prices, driving many to turn to the black market for beef. The economic and food crisis in Cuba exacerbates this issue.
How is the Cuban government responding to the illegal sacrifice of livestock?
The Cuban government has intensified police operations and penalties against the illegal slaughtering of livestock as part of an effort to combat the black market. However, these measures do not address the underlying causes of the food crisis and the lack of access to basic goods.
What impact does the black market for beef have in Cuba?
The black market for beef in Cuba is a response to the scarcity and high prices in official markets. It provides an alternative source of meat for many Cubans, but it also perpetuates economic and legal problems in the country.
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