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The family of Laudelina Piñeiro Peña, a 77-year-old woman, made a desperate plea after reporting her disappearance since last Monday.
According to a report on Facebook by her granddaughter, Odalmis García Piñeiro, Laudelina left Santa Fe, in Havana, heading to Artemisa, but she never arrived at her destination. Since then, her whereabouts have been unknown.
The family is asking anyone with information to contact the phone number 55256453.
The post was shared in the group Missing or Lost People in Havana, where several users have shared the notice to assist in the search.
Cuban who went missing found dead in a mountain on the Isle of Youth
The Cuban identified as Padilla, reported missing for a week on the Isle of Youth, was found deceased in a wooded area, as confirmed by relatives on social media.
“Padilla has been found, the gentleman who went missing on the island. He got lost in the woods and unfortunately was found dead. R.I.P. Thanks to those who shared and posted. Blessings,” wrote Idalmis Leyva on Facebook, where search messages had been spread over the past few days.
In the same way, the case of the elderly Cuban Noguella Lezcano Milián, known in her neighborhood as "La Gallega," continues to gain visibility on social media as her family keeps searching for her in Havana.
The elderly woman, 80 years old, suffers from epilepsy and memory disorders, requires medication, and apparently has experienced an ischemia that leaves her disoriented. The family's concern is not new. Since August 16, when Noguella went missing, her granddaughters have been leading an intense campaign on social media and in the streets of Havana
Frequently Asked Questions about Disappearances of Elderly People in Cuba
What is known about the disappearance of Laudelina Piñeiro Peña?
Laudelina Piñeiro Peña, a 77-year-old woman, went missing after leaving Santa Fe in Havana heading to Artemisa. Her family has reached out for help via social media, asking anyone with information to contact the number 55256453.
What is the status of the case involving Noguella Lezcano Milián?
Noguella Lezcano Milián has been missing for more than a month in Havana. The 80-year-old woman, known as "La Gallega," suffers from epilepsy and memory disorders, which complicates her situation. Her family has intensified the search, offering a reward of 200 dollars for reliable information about her whereabouts.
Why are there so many disappearances of elderly people in Cuba?
In Cuba, the disappearances of elderly individuals are becoming increasingly common due to the lack of an immediate alert system and official protocols for searching for missing persons. Many families rely on social media and independent media to request help, highlighting the lack of institutional support on the island.
What organizations are helping in the search for the missing in Cuba?
Various feminist organizations, such as the Gender Observatory of the magazine Alas Tensas, have activated the "Yeniset Alert" to raise awareness about the disappearances of women in Cuba. These organizations use their platforms to distribute posters and keep public attention on open cases, attempting to fill the void left by the lack of state action.
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