New details revealed about the discovery of a human head in a trash container in Santiago de Cuba

Workers from the communal services discovered a swollen, decomposing human head in a container in Micro 3, Santiago de Cuba, near the gas station and the MLC store.

Police investigate the discovery of a human head in a dump in Santiago de CubaPhoto © Collage Facebook / Yosmany Mayeta

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The routine at the Abel Santamaría Urban Center in Santiago de Cuba, better known as "El Sala´o," and specifically in Micro 3, was disrupted this Tuesday following the discovery of a human head in an advanced state of decomposition inside a garbage container.

According to reported by independent journalist Yosmany Mayeta Labrada, it was workers from the Communal Enterprise who made the macabre discovery during waste collection.

Facebook Capture / Yosmany Mayeta Labrada

While emptying the brass into the tractor's dump truck, the "swollen and decomposing" head protruded among the debris, raising immediate alarm.

Facebook / Yosmany Mayeta Labrada

The container is located between the gas station and the MLC store in the area, which heightened the shock of the neighbors who witnessed the macabre scene.

Facebook / Yosmany Mayeta Labrada

Some residents recalled that a person has been reported missing in the neighborhood for several days, which has increased uncertainty among the population.

Facebook / Yosmany Mayeta Labrada

Following the discovery, the police cordoned off the area and initiated an investigation to clarify the crime. So far, the identity of the victim and the whereabouts of the rest of the body have not been confirmed.

Facebook / Yosmany Mayeta Labrada

This violent event has left the community in shock and reflects the climate of insecurity that prevails in the city.

Frequently asked questions about the discovery of a human head in Santiago de Cuba

What was found at the Abel Santamaría Urban Center in Santiago de Cuba?

A human head in an advanced state of decomposition was found inside a garbage container in Micro 3 of the Abel Santamaría Urban Center in Santiago de Cuba. The discovery was made by workers from the Communal Company during waste collection.

What have the authorities done regarding the discovery of the human head?

The Cuban authorities, specifically forces from the Ministry of the Interior (MININT), have begun an investigation to clarify the circumstances surrounding the discovery. The police cordoned off the area to conduct the necessary inquiries.

What is the reaction of the neighbors to the discovery in Santiago de Cuba?

The discovery has caused shock and alarm among the residents of the area, who have expressed their concern over the increasing insecurity in the city. The situation is worsened by the disappearance of a person in the neighborhood for several days.

Are there any previous findings of human remains in Cuba?

Yes, the discovery of human remains in public spaces has occurred previously in Cuba. In 2024, for example, human remains were reported floating in the Malecón of Havana, and bags containing human bones were found in Placetas. These incidents have raised concern and complaints from the public.

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