A Cuban citizen was arrested last Friday in Venezuela, accused of kidnapping his ex-partner after luring her into a trap with a supposed medical emergency. The incident took place in the La Esmeralda neighborhood, San Diego municipality, Carabobo state.
The detainee, identified as Orlando Fernández, allegedly contacted his ex-partner, a 47-year-old woman, asking for medications under the pretense that he was feeling unwell, reported the web portal of Sandy Aveledo, one of the most well-known in the central-western region of Venezuela.
The victim, moved by kindness and still trusting him, agreed to help him and went to the residence that the aggressor rented in Block G-2 of that housing development.
Upon arriving at the residence, Fernández asked her to enter the house. Once inside, the situation changed drastically when the man gagged her, keeping her held against her will.
The situation was discovered accidentally when a neighbor approached the house to request that a vehicle blocking his gate be moved. Upon receiving no response and noticing suspicious behavior, the resident realized what was happening and alerted other members of the community.
The neighbors immediately contacted the San Diego Municipal Police (Polisandiego), whose officers arrived at the scene, freed the victim, and arrested Orlando Fernández, who was placed at the disposal of the Public Prosecutor's Office.
Until now, the immigration status of the detainee has not been specified, nor whether they are part of the Cuban personnel sent by the island's government to carry out medical missions in Venezuela.
The incident has generated backlash from the local community, which is demanding justice for the victim and highlighting the need for greater protection against gender-based violence, especially among migrants in vulnerable situations.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kidnapping in Venezuela and Gender Violence among Migrants
What happened in the kidnapping of the woman in Venezuela?
A Cuban citizen, Orlando Fernández, was arrested in Venezuela for kidnapping his ex-partner. He used the pretext of needing medication to lure her to his residence and then held her against her will in the La Esmeralda neighborhood, Carabobo state. The situation was discovered by a neighbor who alerted the police, resulting in the victim's rescue and the arrest of the perpetrator.
What is Orlando Fernández's immigration status?
Until the time of the news publication, the immigration status of Orlando Fernández has not been specified, nor whether he is part of the Cuban personnel sent by the government of Cuba for medical missions in Venezuela.
How has the local community reacted to this incident?
The local community has reacted with rejection to the incident and has demanded justice for the victim. Moreover, they have highlighted the need for greater protection against gender-based violence, especially for migrants in vulnerable situations.
How is gender-based violence being addressed in Cuba and among migrants?
Gender-based violence in Cuba is a critical issue, as femicide is not classified as a crime in the current Penal Code. Machismo-related violence has increased, and independent feminist platforms such as Alas Tensas and Yo Sí Te Creo en Cuba maintain an underreporting of femicides. In the context of migrants, gender-based violence is a problem that requires attention and appropriate protection measures.
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