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The alarming rise in crime in Las Tunas, with over 300 offenses reported in a week, includes livestock theft, the theft of electrical cables, and attacks on state entities, according to local authorities, who expressed great concern about this troubling situation.
The official Periódico 26 reported this Tuesday that one of the most serious aspects is that more than 40% of the crimes affected livestock, with theft being the most prevalent.
He also emphasized that repeated offenses against state institutions have been reported, such as warehouses, wholesale stores, and the Cuban Bread Company.
Walter Simón Noris, the first secretary of the Party in Las Tunas, criticized the lack of concrete results despite the periodic evaluations conducted by the party and government structures.
"It's not enough to have police," he stated, demanding stricter penalties for negligent officials whose inaction facilitates the proliferation of crime, even though they are part of the territorial leadership.
In this context, the manager of a warehouse in Manatí was dismissed for failing to comply with security measures, which led to a theft, while other officials are under investigation in similar cases.
The governor of the province, Yelenis Tornet Menéndez, expressed her concern about the lack of rigor in punitive measures and emphasized the need to strengthen surveillance around state properties and their surroundings.
Communication issues between the executives and their teams were also addressed, as several admitted to being unaware of crimes committed against the assets under their responsibility.
Another growing problem is the theft of electrical cables, which has forced the Electric Company to bolster security in the most vulnerable circuits.
A worker from the Psychopedagogical Center in Las Tunas was subjected to an administrative process for attempting to steal property from the institution, and other employees are under investigation for damage to the generator of the Mártires de Las Tunas Pediatric Hospital.
The Ministry of the Interior (MININT) acknowledged that current strategies to combat crime are insufficient and emphasized the need for each state agency to strengthen the protection of its resources.
The Provincial Court assured that the law will be applied with severity, while respecting due process.
In addition to the rise in common crime, authorities have warned about the increase in drug trafficking and consumption in the province so far in 2025, compared to the same period last year.
A diversification in the substances consumed has been identified, along with a troubling increase in use among unemployed youth, largely the responsibility of the regime—a reality that the regime attributes to families while evading its own accountability for the educational, political, and social system it controls.
To tackle this phenomenon, the authorities reaffirmed the "zero tolerance" policy towards drug consumption and announced the establishment of a working subgroup that will coordinate efforts among more than a dozen institutions.
This new structure, which will operate alongside the prevention commission, will focus on punitive measures as well as preventive actions, such as enhancing addiction consultations and awareness campaigns in communities and educational centers.
While chaos reigns in Las Tunas, the local government vows to enforce the law more rigorously and exercise stricter control over public assets, which ultimately amounts to more words than results, as evidenced by the 300 incidents reported in just one week.
However, as evidence of the ineffectiveness of the measures implemented by the regime, this is not the first time that the government has admitted its failure in combating crime.
In June, the leadership acknowledged that its "hardline" policy and approach to crime are not yielding results and that "criminal phenomena" are proliferating in society.
The above was discussed during the meeting of the working group for the prevention and confrontation of crimes and illegal activities, held in the halls of the Palace of the Revolution.
Led by the Prime Minister, Manuel Marrero Cruz, the meeting served to analyze the outcome of the "confrontation," and according to the website of the Presidency, the leader indicated that "there has been no progress in identifying and eliminating the causes and conditions that favor the proliferation of these phenomena."
In December, the Cuban regime had no choice but to admit that crime remained high in the country, following a year in which social media has been inundated with reports of various types of violent incidents, amid the silence of the state-run media.
The government, on its X account, shared a message stating that one of its priorities is to reduce crime, corruption, illegal activities, and social indiscipline, through prevention and confrontation.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Rise in Crime in Las Tunas
What are the most common crimes in Las Tunas currently?
The most common crimes in Las Tunas include cattle theft, the theft of electrical cables, and attacks on state entities. Additionally, there is an increase in drug trafficking and consumption, especially among unemployed youth. These issues reflect the ineffectiveness of the regime's measures to control crime.
What measures is the government of Las Tunas taking to combat crime?
The government has promised to enforce the law more strictly, but the actions taken so far have not shown effective results. There has been talk of increasing surveillance on state properties and establishing a working subgroup to coordinate efforts between institutions, but crimes continue to rise.
How is crime affecting the community of Las Tunas?
Crime is severely affecting the community of Las Tunas. The increase in thefts and the lack of security have resulted in significant economic losses and a growing sense of insecurity among citizens. Moreover, drug trafficking is particularly impacting the local youth.
Has crime been reduced in Las Tunas in the past?
Despite the regime's claims about controlling crime, statistics show an increase in offenses in Las Tunas in recent years. Efforts to improve security have been insufficient, and the situation continues to worsen, highlighting the ineffectiveness of government policies.
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