A victim of a robbery in Havana is offering a reward of 200 dollars for information leading to the identification and capture of the thief.
The announcement posted on Facebook by internet user Paloma Zaldívar states that early Thursday morning, a thief broke into her home in the Bahía neighborhood, in the municipality of Habana del Este, and disabled the house's alarm system.
According to what was added, the system worked and several people went to the house, fortunately. The man left the residence and fled, as seen in a video captured by the home’s surveillance camera.
The internet user, who does not specify whether the man took anything else, offers money for information that leads to the wrongdoer "so he can pay for what he did."
"I offer a reward to anyone who helps me find that person, 200 dollars," he wrote.
An increasing number of Cubans report feeling unsafe even inside their homes, and they constantly fear losing the little they have, including basic items such as light bulbs, cables, or appliance parts.
In the face of the lack of effective response from the authorities, Cubans turn to social media not only to report but also to alert their communities and try to prevent new incidents.
At the end of April, a user identified as Alain Gómez offered a reward of $500 for anyone who could provide truthful information about the whereabouts of an alleged thief sought in Bayamo, Granma.
Last Tuesday, impunity and the lack of citizen protection were also evident in Havana, following a public complaint made by Meibol Sánchez Mujica, a resident of the Arroyo Naranjo municipality, who reported the theft of her elevated water tank without any action taken by the authorities, despite having evidence of the crime.
On May 1st, the Havana store Reynashop reported three women who were caught on security cameras stealing merchandise using an unusual method.
Frequently Asked Questions about Theft and Insecurity in Havana
What measures has the robbery victim in Havana taken?
The victim offered a reward of 200 dollars for information leading to the capture of the thief who broke into her home in the Bahía neighborhood, located in the Habana del Este municipality.
What has motivated the wave of robberies in Cuba?
The rising insecurity in Cuba is driven by a deep economic crisis, lack of food, inflation, and the collapse of services. This situation has resulted in an increase in thefts, burglaries, and assaults, creating an atmosphere of insecurity and fear among the population.
How are citizens reacting to the lack of action from the authorities?
Amid the inaction of the authorities, Cubans are turning to social media to report thefts and alert their communities, offering rewards and trying to prevent new incidents on their own.
What evidence is there of the robbery in the Bahía neighborhood?
The robbery was captured by a security camera installed in the victim's home, showing the thief entering the property and tearing out the alarm system, which was crucial in the attempt to identify him.
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