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The police of the Cuban regime began to regroup following the assassination of the sector chief in Caibarién, Leonel Mesa Rodríguez.
“An act of revolutionary reaffirmation took place at the Provincial Unit of Surveillance and Patrol in Sancti Spíritus, in support of Captain Leonel Mesa Rodríguez, who fell while on duty,” is stated in a Facebook post by the Ministry of the Interior (MININT).
In the images, the police are seen reading a statement and holding up photos of Raúl Castro.
The lifeless body of Captain Mesa Rodríguez, 62 years old, was found early Friday morning on a section of road between Remedios and Caibarién, in the La Reforma popular council—where he served as sector chief—with six stab wounds and a gunshot to the head. Next to the body was the official motorcycle he used for his duties.
The officer was honored and buried this Saturday with military honors in his hometown of Taguasco (Sancti Spíritus).
The ceremony was attended by family members, neighbors, and colleagues, as well as the senior leadership of the Ministry of the Interior (MININT), headed by the minister himself, General of the Army Corps Lázaro Alberto Álvarez Casas.
The first secretaries of the Party in Villa Clara and Sancti Spíritus also attended, Suseli Morfa González (remembered by the Cuban people as the millionaire psychologist) and Delvy Pérez Martín, respectively.
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According to the official report, during the arrest, the deceased officer's service pistol —along with its magazine— and the knife used in the crime.
The MININT specified that the detained individual will be subject to the corresponding legal proceedings, “with the rigor established by revolutionary justice and in accordance with the magnitude and seriousness of the act.” So far, the identity of the alleged aggressor has not been disclosed.
Frequently Asked Questions about the assassination of the sector chief in Caibarién
What happened with the sector chief in Caibarién?
The sector chief in Caibarién, Leonel Mesa Rodríguez, was found dead on a stretch of road between Remedios and Caibarién. He had six stab wounds and a gunshot to the head. This incident has been described by the Cuban regime as a direct attack.
What actions did the Ministry of the Interior take following the murder of Captain Mesa Rodríguez?
The Ministry of the Interior (MININT) held a revolutionary reaffirmation event in support of the fallen captain and confirmed the arrest of the alleged perpetrator in the city of Remedios. During the detention, the official's standard-issue pistol and the knife used in the crime were seized.
What reactions has the death of Captain Mesa Rodríguez generated among the population?
The death of the captain generated mixed reactions on social media. While the government praises his career, some locals accuse him of being a repressive despot. This contrast reflects the tensions and divisions present in Cuban society.
What is the context of violence in Cuba regarding this case?
The murder of Captain Mesa Rodríguez occurs at a time when Cuba is experiencing a notable increase in violence and crime, exacerbated by the economic and social crisis. Authorities are trying to project control, but public insecurity continues to rise.
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