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A Cuban family turned to social media this Tuesday to request help in the search for a missing elderly woman who has been missing for over a week in the Marianao municipality of Havana.
The woman’s nephew, identified as Yomy Cuevas, posted a message on Facebook with a photo of his aunt and an urgent call for public assistance. He explained that the lady left her house at night, dressed in a house coat, and has not returned. Since then, there has been no news of her whereabouts.
“Hospitals, terminals... have already been checked, and still nothing. It's not like her to disappear like this,” wrote the family member, clearly concerned.
He also denounced the inaction of the authorities: “They went to the police, but according to them, they don’t have gas to take any action.”
The family asks anyone who may have information or has seen the lady to contact the phone number: 980 371 4250. The contact is not from Cuba, as her relatives live here in the United States.
Additionally, they are asking the public to share the post on social media to increase its reach. So far, the searches have been unsuccessful, and the time elapsed is heightening the concern of their loved ones.
This Tuesday, it was reported that a Cuban woman identified as Martha Oliva requested support to find her father, Juan Carlos Oliva Travieso, who has also been missing for over a month in Havana.
The woman is trying to find the whereabouts of the elderly man, who is 66 years old and resides in the municipality of La Lisa, after unsuccessfully attempting to locate him at police stations and hospitals in the Cuban capital.
Frequently Asked Questions about Disappearances in Havana
What is the most recent reported disappearance case in Havana?
The most recent reported case is that of an elderly woman who has been missing for over a week in Marianao, Havana. The family has used social media to ask for help, but so far the searches have been unsuccessful. Authorities have faced criticism for their inaction, claiming they lack gasoline to carry out operations.
How is the situation in Cuba affecting cases of disappearances?
The situation in Cuba, marked by increasing violence and resource shortages, is exacerbating cases of disappearances. The lack of medication particularly affects individuals with mental illnesses, who may become disoriented and stray far from their homes without proper treatment. Moreover, the official response is limited, forcing families to turn to social media to search for their loved ones.
What resources are Cuban families using to find their missing loved ones?
Cuban families are primarily using social networks like Facebook to publish alerts and request community involvement. In the absence of effective official channels, these platforms have become a crucial tool for raising awareness of cases of disappearances.
What can citizens do to help in cases of disappearances in Cuba?
Citizens can help by staying alert and reporting any relevant information to families or authorities. Additionally, it is important to share alerts on social media to increase the visibility of cases and encourage community collaboration in the search for missing persons.
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