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Two managers of a warehouse in San Miguel del Padrón were reportedly caught in the act while transporting bags of rice and peas that they allegedly illegally removed from the state commerce warehouses, according to the profile of Facebook page El Cubano Fiel, affiliated with the Ministry of the Interior (MININT) of Cuba.
According to the publication, the events took place in the San Francisco de Paula neighborhood, where agents of the Revolutionary National Police and Commerce officials allegedly intercepted those involved as they were loading basic basket products into a vehicle.
The authorities allegedly discovered inside the warehouse 15 bags of peas and 10 bags of rice that, according to the report, were already set aside to be extracted. Additionally, when searching the homes of the managers, they reportedly found another 14 bags of rice.
The incident reportedly took place in the Siboney area, between Calzada de Güines and Callejón Botica, according to the source, which does not provide additional verifiable evidence or official supporting information beyond its own channels. As of now, the names of the detained individuals are also unknown, nor has it been confirmed whether the case has been processed by the courts.
Propaganda or legitimate denunciation?
This type of publications is common in profiles like El Cubano Fiel, which acts as a propaganda extension of the state's security apparatus. Often, the events it disseminates are not reported in official media nor confirmed through independent channels, raising doubts among some citizens regarding the transparency and accuracy of the accusations.
On social media, many of these allegations raise more questions than certainty: Why are those involved not prosecuted despite public evidence? Why are there no official statements from the Ministry of Commerce or the Prosecutor's Office? Is it a strategy to distract or redirect public outrage toward lower tiers of the system?
The distribution of food in Cuba remains a highly sensitive issue. Chronic shortages, rationing, and the corruption problems associated with the network of bodegas cause ongoing discontent among the population.
The possibility that those responsible for ensuring the fair distribution of products may be involved in their diversion not only exacerbates the crisis but also undermines the morale of a people increasingly worn out.
In light of this situation, the regime has launched campaigns like Guardians for My Warehouse, portrayed as "community" solutions to prevent theft and enhance surveillance.
In reality, these measures rely on typical social control mechanisms of the Cuban system: extended hours, neighborhood WhatsApp groups, surprise patrols, calls to the Communist Party, and neighborhood watch systems.
The initiative began in Holguín, where 13 offenses in stores had been reported, including 11 burglaries. Local authorities promised to implement electronic cash registers to reduce cash usage, open channels on Telegram, and strengthen ties with the community.
However, many Cubans believe that these campaigns merely mask the underlying problem: internal corruption, lack of transparency, and a collapsed distribution system.
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