The Cuban authorities revealed the identity of the perpetrator of the brutal machete murder of a man after leaving a party in Báguanos, Holguín early Sunday morning, who was captured hours after committing the crime.
According to information from Facebook profiles linked to the Ministry of the Interior (Minint), Manuel Alejandro Prieto is accused of murdering Orlandi Cuevas Hernández, whom he attacked with a machete, inflicting fatal wounds in the middle of the street, following a heated argument.
Around five in the morning, about two hours after the violent incident, the police arrested Prieto in “El Manguito” as he attempted to flee the municipality of Báguanos to evade justice, reported the state-controlled page “Cazador-Cazado”.
The note confirmed that the incident that escalated to the murder of Cuevas was motivated by "personal issues" between the aggressor and his victim, "due to disagreements that had arisen the night before."
According to the report, locals stated that "both exhibited maladaptive behaviors and, despite having known each other for a long time, the saying ‘one compatriot killed another’ prevailed."
The profile highlighted that the detainee "must pay for his cruelty because, regardless of the differences, no one has the right to take another person's life in this way."
In the first official report on the crime, which has shocked the community, the authorities announced the arrest of the suspect but did not disclose his name or photograph. Additionally, they confirmed that he will face charges of murder in front of the prosecutor's office and the courts.
Official sources described the incident as "isolated," which is typical for the government and its media, who deny the rise in criminal violence in the country.
Regime profiles attacked those who shared images of the victim on social media, describing those posts as unethical.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Murder in Báguanos, Holguín
Who is the author of the murder in Báguanos, Holguín?
Manuel Alejandro Prieto has been identified as the perpetrator of the machete murder of Orlandi Cuevas Hernández in Báguanos, Holguín, in the early hours of Sunday, April 20, 2025.
What were the reasons behind the murder in Báguanos?
The murder was motivated by personal conflicts between Manuel Alejandro Prieto and Orlandi Cuevas Hernández, which escalated into a violent argument the night before the crime.
How did the Báguanos community react to the murder?
The community of Báguanos expressed dismay over the brutal murder. The incident has highlighted concerns about the increase in violence in Cuba, despite the government's labeling of these events as "isolated."
What is the Cuban government's stance on the increase of violence in the country?
The Cuban government describes these acts of violence as "isolated", and does not publicly acknowledge the increase in criminal violence in the country, a stance that has been criticized by the community and independent media.
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