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On January 31, little Paola, the daughter of Karildi Caridad Marín, turned two years old surrounded by the love of her family, but without her mother, who has been missing for over a year in Havana.
Her uncle, Yoandri Marín, dedicated an emotional message on social media, expressing his love and blessings for the girl.
However, the celebration was marked by the pain of not knowing what has happened to Karildi, whose whereabouts remain an unresolved mystery.
"Two little years for my niece. May God bless you with a thousand blessings. Your family loves you very much. Congratulations, Paola," wrote Yoandri on his Facebook wall.
On December 14th, a year passed since the young mother, 25 years old and residing in Párraga, Arroyo Naranjo municipality, disappeared without a trace after leaving her home headed to a party.
Since then, their family has endured a torment of doubts and uncertainty, without receiving an official response. "It's very hard for the family not to know what might have happened to him, a year filled with sadness," wrote his brother Yoandri.
Throughout this time, the family has turned to social media and public complaints to prevent the case from being forgotten, seeking help to obtain information about Karildi's whereabouts.
The family's helplessness has grown due to the apparent inaction of the Police in the investigation of the case. In October, marking 10 months since her disappearance, Yoandri Marín strongly criticized the police management, questioning "how in a country without borders can a 24-year-old girl and mother of a baby disappear?".
His father, Tomás Marín, has also made a firm statement, accusing the authorities of a lack of commitment in the search: "The officials involved in the case are doing nothing (...). I'm sure that if it were one of their daughters, she would have already been found," he wrote indignantly on social media.
In April, Yoandri insisted that the clues provided to the investigators have not helped identify any suspects, which increases the despair of those affected. "Those who are supposed to ensure public safety are not doing their job properly (...). There are no signs of her," he reported.
Despite the lack of answers, the Marín family keeps the hope alive of knowing what happened to Karildi. "I ask God to always keep you safe and that justice is served because to this day we have no news of you," Yoandri expressed in August.
On Mother's Day, her father shared photos of Karildi with her baby Paola, reminiscing about the moments they spent together. Everyone continues to seek justice and answers, but above all, the miracle of her return.
Meanwhile, little Paola grows up without her mother, surrounded by the love of her family, but shadowed by an unresolved case that continues to bring pain and indignation to her loved ones.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Disappearance of Karildi Caridad Marín in Havana
When and where did Karildi Caridad Marín disappear?
Karildi Caridad Marín disappeared on December 14, 2023 when she left her home in Párraga, Arroyo Naranjo municipality, Havana, to attend a party in Cerro. Since then, there has been no news of her whereabouts.
What has been the response of the authorities regarding the disappearance of Karildi?
Karildi's family has expressed their frustration over the lack of progress in the investigation. Cuban authorities have not provided clear answers nor have they identified any suspects, despite the fact that the family has offered leads and requested urgency in the case.
How has Karildi's disappearance affected her family?
The disappearance of Karildi has been devastating for her family, who have lived with anguished uncertainty and sadness for a year. Her brother Yoandri Marín has been especially vocal on social media, expressing his despair and asking God for protection for his sister.
Is there any community or institutional support in the search for Karildi?
The Gender Observatory of Alas Tensas has joined the search for Karildi, providing support to her family. The community has responded by sharing information on social media to keep the case visible. Citizen collaboration has been crucial due to the inactivity of the authorities.
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