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The Cuban community in Uruguay and relatives on the island are seeking help to find Haicer Llanes Álvarez, a 20-year-old young man who was last seen on August 4.
According to her grandmother, Maida Valdez, since that date they have had no kind of communication with him, who lives in Uruguay.
The posts have been shared in groups of Cubans in Uruguay and on Facebook pages, where friends and fellow countrymen have joined in spreading the message.
Any information regarding her whereabouts can be communicated to her grandmother's number: +53 5 5843615.
The family insists that "his life may depend on the solidarity of those who see or know something," and they urge to spread the notice to increase the chances of finding him.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Disappearances of Cubans in Uruguay and Cuba
Who is Haicer Llanes Álvarez and when did he disappear?
Haicer Llanes Álvarez is a 20-year-old Cuban who disappeared on August 4, 2025, in Uruguay. Since then, there has been no communication with his family, who have intensified the search through social media, asking the community for help in finding him.
How is the search for Haicer Llanes Álvarez being managed?
The search for Haicer Llanes Álvarez has primarily taken place through social media, where his family and friends have shared posts asking for information about his whereabouts. This approach reflects the need for citizen self-management due to the lack of an effective public system for handling disappearances in Cuba and, by extension, within the Cuban community abroad.
What should people who have information about Haicer Llanes Álvarez do?
Anyone with information about the whereabouts of Haicer Llanes Álvarez should contact his grandmother at the phone number +53 5 5843615. The family has emphasized that his life may depend on the solidarity of those who see him or have relevant information.
What is being done in Cuba in response to the growing wave of disappearances?
In Cuba, in light of the increasing wave of disappearances, families have been turning to social media and independent media to share information about their missing loved ones. The lack of institutional response has compelled the community to create their own search channels, using Facebook and WhatsApp groups to share reports and leads.
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