After several days of intense searching, this Wednesday, the Cuban elder Edy Rodríguez Columbié was found alive, albeit with signs of bruises and dehydration. He had been reported as missing in Guantánamo.
The journalist Miguel Reyes, through his page on Facebook Miguel Noticias, confirmed that Rodríguez showed signs of bruising and dehydration, but is out of danger and is currently receiving medical attention at a local hospital.
“He appeared! Miguel, thank God he showed up, he is alive, and now he is in the hospital. He was beaten and dehydrated but alive. Thank you to all the friends of #MiguelNoticias who helped in the search. God bless you all,” posted Dane Rodríguez, a family member.
The search for Edy Rodríguez Columbié
Rodríguez, a resident of the municipality of Imías, had traveled to the city of Guantánamo to accompany his ill brother during a scheduled operation at the province's General Hospital. However, he had disappeared days earlier, triggering a call for help on social media and among neighbors.
The family had requested help to locate him, avoiding informing his mother due to her delicate health condition, as the woman suffers from a heart disease. Additionally, local authorities had been notified to assist in the search.
A few days ago, it was reported that Héctor Llanes Saavedras, an elderly resident of Camagüey, is missing and his family has urgently requested help to locate him.
The exiled journalist José Luis Tan Estrada issued an alert regarding the disappearance of Llanes: “We need your help. The man in the photo has been missing for seven days.”
This Wednesday, a worker at the Dr. Agostinho Neto Teaching General Hospital in Guantánamo also requested public assistance to locate the family of an elderly man who was found on the street and taken to the emergency room of the medical center, where he remains hospitalized “in critical condition.”
Frequently Asked Questions about the Disappearance of Elderly People in Cuba
How was the elderly Edy Rodríguez Columbié found?
Edy Rodríguez Columbié was found alive, but with signs of bruises and dehydration. He is currently out of danger and receiving medical attention at a local hospital in Guantánamo.
What measures did families take in response to the disappearance of their loved ones in Cuba?
Families of the disappeared in Cuba often turn to social media and independent press to raise awareness and seek help from the community. The lack of immediate and effective response from the authorities means that the search is left to relatives, friends, and acquaintances.
What is the situation regarding the disappearances of vulnerable individuals in Cuba?
In Cuba, there has been an increase in reports of disappearances of vulnerable individuals, such as elderly people with dementia or Alzheimer’s, due to the rising social insecurity and lack of institutional response. This has generated significant concern among families and the community.
What actions can citizens take to help find missing persons in Cuba?
Citizens can help by sharing information on social media and being vigilant in hospitals, on streets, or in public areas. Any piece of information, no matter how small, can be crucial in locating a missing person.
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