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A rare gesture of honesty amidst the crisis facing Cuba was carried out by driver Tanier Fernández Delgado and the support driver of a Gacela bus on route 11, who returned a lost wallet directly to its owner’s home.
The affected individual, Lucy Gonzalez, reported on social media that, upon realizing the loss upon arriving at her home, she went into a state of despair. However, shortly after, she received an unexpected visit from transportation workers, who came to her house to return her wallet along with her identity card.
"I have no words to thank them. This fact demonstrates that there are still honest people in our Cuba. Blessings for them," the woman expressed, highlighting the relief and gratitude she felt upon recovering her belongings.
The episode has sparked multiple positive reactions among users, who highlight the importance of acknowledging and making visible acts of integrity in a context where scarcity and difficulties often exacerbate distrust.
Honesty on board
In January of this year, a gesture of honesty and solidarity equally moved social media users in Cuba, after a driver of a "gacela" in Havana returned a lost wallet that had been misplaced days earlier by a passenger.
Olga Salomón shared her experience in a post where she detailed what happened. She recounted that the driver of the Route 1 van, number 35, informed a passenger dressed in the Etecsa uniform that he had a handbag that someone had left forgotten in his vehicle days earlier.
The passenger, upon learning the situation, immediately took action to try to locate the owner of the purse. Thanks to her quick efforts, she was able to contact Salomón and provide him with the driver's details and the identification of the gazelle.
The next day, the driver personally went to Olga Salomón's home to return her wallet, which was completely intact, with all her documents and belongings, including a gold chain with her name.
Frequently Asked Questions about Acts of Honesty in Public Transport in Cuba
What happened to the lost wallet on Route 11 in Havana?
The lost wallet on Route 11 in Havana was returned by the driver Tanier Fernández Delgado and his partner, who took it straight to its owner, Lucy González. This act of honesty pleasantly surprised the affected party and social media users.
How did Lucy González react to the return of her wallet?
Lucy González expressed her gratitude through social media, highlighting that there are still honest people in Cuba. She thanked the drivers for returning her wallet with all her documents.
Are there other cases of honesty in public transportation in Cuba?
Yes, there are several instances of honesty in public transport in Cuba. For example, in January, a "gacela" driver in Havana returned a lost wallet to its owner, and in another notable case, two cadets returned a backpack containing money and documents in Havana. These acts have been acknowledged and appreciated by the community on social media.
How do these acts of honesty impact today’s Cuban society?
These acts of honesty generate a wave of positive reactions and are seen as valuable exceptions amidst an economic crisis that has diminished solidarity and increased distrust. They highlight the importance of integrity and empathy in difficult times.
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