A young Cuban identified as Julio Alberto Díaz Pérez has not communicated with his mother for a week from the city of Tapachula, in the state of Chiapas, Mexico.
According to a report by Yulaine Pérez, the mother of the young man, until April 18, she and her son had daily contact, as stated by the media outlet La Tijera on Facebook.
Since then, the young immigrant has not responded to calls or messages, which has raised alarms among his family in Cuba.
The mother, in a desperate plea for help through social media, is asking anyone who may have information about her son's whereabouts to contact her at phones 56938587 and 54368221.
The Tapachula region is one of the main concentration points for migrants in Mexico seeking to reach the United States.
Due to the high vulnerability faced by those in transit —including detentions, kidnappings, or extortions— temporary disappearances cause great anxiety among families.
Especially after several Cubans have been victims of kidnappings, robberies, and even some have been killed by criminal groups in recent months.
In March, it was revealed that a Cuban mother and her teenage son have been missing in Mexico since late December 2024. Meiling Álvarez Bravo, 40, and her son Samei Armando Reyes Álvarez, 14, left Cuba over a year ago heading for the United States.
In February, a woman was also reported missing in the aforementioned border city in Mexico. Dairanis Tan Ramos, a mother of two and originally from Vertientes, Camagüey, was last seen on December 18 in Tapachula, as confirmed by her relatives in social media comments.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Disappearances of Cubans in Tapachula
Who is the young Cuban man missing in Tapachula?
The young Cuban who went missing in Tapachula is Julio Alberto Díaz Pérez. His mother, Yulaine Pérez, has reported that she has not had any contact with him since April 18, raising alarms among his relatives in Cuba.
Why is Tapachula a dangerous place for migrants?
Tapachula is a dangerous place for migrants due to the high incidence of kidnappings, extortion, and criminal violence. This city is a crucial transit point for those trying to reach the United States, but it is also a place where migrants face significant vulnerabilities, including the risk of becoming victims of criminal groups.
What actions have the families of the missing persons in Tapachula taken?
The families of the missing have turned to social media to seek help and share information. They have circulated contact numbers so that anyone with information about the missing can get in touch. Furthermore, they have created groups on messaging platforms to coordinate their search efforts.
What is the Cuban government's response to the disappearances in Mexico?
The Cuban government has informed families that "they must wait" regarding the disappearances in Mexico, but has not provided concrete actions to address these cases. This lack of effective intervention has been a source of frustration and distress for the families of the disappeared.
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