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A citizen identified as Juan Miguel was arrested early this Saturday in the Havana municipality of Guanabacoa after a black handgun loaded with six bullets fell from him in the middle of the street.
The incident occurred, according to the post from the official profile "La Diosa" on Facebook, when the individual was “fueling at the Cupet at the SHER roundabout.”
The publication details that one of those present witnessed the incident and immediately notified the police.
"It was taken to the station. I hope you know that it is not authorized to be on the tracks with that type of weapon and that you will be held accountable before Justice for the crime committed," concluded the message shared by the regime-affiliated page.
Recently, the Cuban regime implemented a new legal framework through Decree 11, which
According to the regulations, only those properly authorized by the Ministry of the Interior may carry weapons, and stricter penalties are introduced for misuse, including the possibility of permanent confiscation of firearms, which also affects state institutions.
On the same day, an incident in Matanzas highlighted the growing tension surrounding firearm possession. A man was detained while attempting to enter the urban center with a shotgun without declaring the weapon during a vehicle search. The authorities discovered the firearm inside the car and proceeded with an immediate arrest, in compliance with the regulations reinforced by the recent decree.
A week later, a child lost an eye after an accidental shooting at a shooting range in Cuba. The incident raised alarm among activists and social media users, who questioned the lack of safety measures at facilities where firearms training is conducted.
Frequently asked questions about firearm incidents and safety in Cuba
What happened with the citizen detained in Guanabacoa?
Juan Miguel was arrested in Guanabacoa for dropping a loaded gun in the middle of the street while refueling at the Cupet at the SHER roundabout. The incident was reported to the police by one of the bystanders.
How is the Cuban government responding to the increase in gun violence?
The Cuban government has announced a decree to strengthen gun control, in response to the rise in violence related to illegal firearms. This phenomenon has been acknowledged by the regime and has resulted in an increase in police operations to contain the situation.
What impact does the economic crisis have on the rise of crime in Cuba?
The economic crisis in Cuba has contributed to a significant increase in crimes, such as theft and assaults. The lack of basic resources and the rise in inflation have created an environment conducive to criminal activity, impacting public safety.
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