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A Cuban mother of just 17 years was murdered by her ex-partner in the town of Brasil, in the municipality of Esmeralda, Camagüey.
The victim, named Yilianis Reyes Fundora, was the mother of a baby girl who was only two years old.
His killer was identified as Eduardo Aguilar, who, based on the photos shared online, is also very young.
According to a report on Facebook by user Irma Broek, Aguilar stabbed Yilianis multiple times before fleeing.
He was later captured by the Police, confirmed on the official pro-government profile "Verdades a Través del Móvil" on Facebook.
"The citizen Eduardo Aguilar, the perpetrator of the murder, has been arrested; he previously had a romantic relationship with Yilianis Reyes," reveals the post.
"The authorities are working to clarify the reasons behind the crime. Our condolences to the victim's family," it adds.
Frequently asked questions about the murder of Yilianis Reyes Fundora and gender-based violence in Cuba
Who was Yilianis Reyes Fundora and what happened to her?
Yilianis Reyes Fundora was a 17-year-old young mother murdered by her ex-partner in Camagüey. The attacker, identified as Eduardo Aguilar, stabbed her in the town of Brasil in the municipality of Esmeralda before fleeing, although he has already been captured by the police.
What is the situation of gender-based violence in Cuba?
Gender violence is a growing problem in Cuba, with numerous cases of femicide and domestic violence reported in recent years. Social media has become a crucial means to report these crimes, due to the lack of effective action by the government.
What measures are being taken to address gender violence in Cuba?
Despite the serious situation, femicide is not classified as a specific crime in the Cuban Penal Code. Although the government has implemented a national system for the registration and monitoring of gender-based violence, its effectiveness has been questioned by feminist organizations and independent platforms.
How has the community reacted to the murder of Yilianis Reyes Fundora?
The community has expressed its shock and grief over the murder of Yilianis Reyes Fundora. There are calls for justice and for more effective measures to protect women and to prevent future acts of gender-based violence in the region.
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