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Cuban police located one of the two teenagers from Cárdenas who were reported missing over a month ago in Havana.
Ibelise Rosales, cousin of Yoandriane Díaz García, reported in the group "Cardenenses on Facebook" that the girl's mother left for the capital to look for her.
"My cousin just appeared. The police called my mom and they just left for Havana to find out what happened and where she was found. It was in Havana. As soon as we know everything in detail, I will share it all. Thank you very much for the support," he said.
Ibelise emphasized that this is the first time something like this has happened with the girl.
"One month of posting and seeking help for him to be found, and a desperate family. Thank God he is in Havana and nothing is known, neither the conditions he is in nor why he did it," he noted.
Yoandriane Díaz García, 14 years old, left her home on Saturday, January 13 and has not been heard from since. She left with a backpack full of clothes and did not return. She also did not contact her family or answer the phone again.
According to sources close to the family, at the time of her disappearance, she was not alone. She was accompanied by another minor, whose family also requested help online to locate her.
It is about Melanie Rodríguez González, 13 years old, residing at Industria 212 street, between Línea and Souverbille. She was last seen at José Martí school in Cárdenas, wearing an orange skirt set.
The parents of both girls reported the incident to the police.
Frequently Asked Questions about Disappearances in Cuba and the Recent Case of the Teenagers from Cárdenas
Where was Yoandriane Díaz García found?
Yoandriane Díaz García was found in Havana, as reported by her cousin on social media. The minor had been reported missing since January 13, 2025, when she left her home in Cárdenas, Matanzas.
What is known about the whereabouts of Melanie Rodríguez González?
Until now, Melanie Rodríguez González is still missing. The family continues to request the public's cooperation to obtain any information that may help locate her. Melanie was last seen at the José Martí School in Cárdenas.
How is the community reacting to the disappearances of minors in Cuba?
The Cuban community, especially through social media, has shown strong support for families affected by disappearances. Platforms such as Alas Tensas and YoSíTeCreo have provided guidance and support to families, highlighting the lack of effective protocols in Cuba to address these cases. Citizens' solidarity and the dissemination of information are crucial in the search for missing persons.
What measures are being taken to prevent disappearances in Cuba?
Currently, Cuba lacks an effective police protocol and an early alert system for the disappearance of minors. Feminist platforms have established the "Alerta Mayde" to assist in locating missing minors, inspired by the case of Maydeleisis Rosales Rodríguez. However, significant improvement is needed in the official search and response mechanisms.
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