Passersby and neighbors in a neighborhood of the city of Camagüey thwarted a robbery and detained a man who was trying to steal a woman's bicycle and purse while she was walking down the street in broad daylight.
The incident occurred this Tuesday and was witnessed by several onlookers, as shown in a video shared by a user in the Facebook group "Revolico Camagüey."
The thief, a man who appears to be under 40 years old, tried to snatch a handbag and a bicycle from an elderly woman, but the citizens themselves came to the victim's aid and prevented the robbery.
After detaining him and while waiting for the police to arrive, an angry crowd surrounds and confronts him. "Shameless!" "It's robbery with violence!" some shout. As two officers arrest him and handcuff him before putting him in the patrol car, the victim of the assault confronts him furiously: "Do your job, that's what you need to do!"
The lamentable scene has become all too familiar in the daily life of Cuba, which is experiencing an unprecedented escalation of crime, violence, and insecurity, exacerbated by the worsening of the economic and social crisis in the country.
Reports of assaults and thefts, like the thwarted attempt in Camagüey, are prevalent on social media, along with critical comments regarding the police's ineffectiveness in controlling a phenomenon that keeps the population on edge.
In the comments, witnesses revealed that the individual violently attacked the woman to rob her, while others expressed alarm at the increase in crime in the province and the lack of severity from the authorities against those who violate the law.
"They'll release him tomorrow with a fine," "This is how life is here; they quietly get into the patrol car because they know that in 10 minutes they'll be back on the street," "Right now they'll let him go and he'll keep stealing, with that body, instead of going to work," several people commented.
In a report from this Tuesday, citizens of Santiago de Cuba took justice into their own hands by capturing and beating the perpetrator of a robbery. Similar incidents are occurring with alarming frequency in cities and towns across the country.
Frequently asked questions about the increase in crime in Cuba
How is the economic crisis affecting the increase in crime in Cuba?
The economic crisis in Cuba has significantly contributed to the rise in crime in the country. Poverty and the lack of job opportunities have driven many people to commit thefts and assaults. This problem has been exacerbated by the authorities' ineffectiveness in controlling the situation, creating an atmosphere of insecurity and fear among the population.
What is the role of citizens in the apprehension of criminals in Cuba?
Due to the inefficiency of the authorities, the citizens have begun to take matters into their own hands to stop criminals, capturing them and handing them over to the police. This type of action has become common in various cities across the country, where residents actively intervene when witnessing thefts or assaults.
What measures have the Cuban authorities taken in response to the rise in violence?
Until now, the Cuban authorities have been criticized for their inaction and lack of effectiveness in addressing the increase in violence. The population points out that the measures taken are insufficient and do not address the root of the problem, which is linked to the economic and social crisis the country is experiencing.
How has insecurity affected the elderly in Cuba?
Older adults in Cuba are particularly vulnerable to the rise of insecurity and violence. They have been victims of numerous robberies and assaults, especially during power outages that leave the streets unmonitored. The lack of effective response from the authorities has heightened their helplessness in the face of such attacks.
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