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A joint operation by the Ministry of the Interior (MININT) in the province of Guantánamo resulted in the arrest of an individual in possession of hashish while traveling on an intermunicipal bus.
The incident took place aboard a Yutong bus traveling from Baracoa to Guantánamo.
The individual, a resident of Baracoa, was intercepted at the Police Control Point of "El Bagá," located in the municipality of San Antonio del Sur.
The capture has sparked an intense reaction on social media, where the effectiveness of penal measures is being debated, especially after confirming that the detainee was already serving a sentence for drug trafficking and that he was enjoying a temporary leave from prison.
According to eyewitnesses, the drug, classified as hashish—a derivative of cannabis—was discovered thanks to the intervention of a sniffer dog involved in the operation.
What adds a layer of seriousness to the case is the captured individual's history.
Investigations conducted by the editorial team of the official profile "Guantánamo y su verdad" have confirmed that the individual is currently sanctioned for the crime of drug trafficking, which means that his most recent arrest occurred while he was enjoying a prison benefit.
This event is part of the official Cuban campaign "Zero Tolerance against Drug Trafficking," promoted under the slogan #AgainstDrugsWeWin.
The arrest and its subsequent dissemination through official channels aim to reinforce the state's hardline stance regarding the issues of drug use and trafficking, especially concerning synthetic cannabinoids such as "químico" or "papelillo."
The case of Guantánamo is not isolated and adds to a recent judicial offensive that has seen multiple landmark rulings across the country.
The news prompted a significant volume of reactions on the original platform, where many users agreed on calling for stricter penalties and the elimination of prison benefits for individuals involved in drug trafficking.
One of the most recurring criticisms was the rejection of temporary permits, questioning the idea that individuals convicted of serious crimes can be released from prison.
"And what is a trafficker doing with permission outside of prison? They grant benefits to those who do not deserve them. Traffickers are undercover murderers..." expressed an internet user, reflecting the sentiment of numerous commentators.
There was also a recurring demand for extremely severe measures, including life imprisonment.
Phrases like “Don't let him go anymore! He’s beyond saving!” and “Against that scourge, life in prison, it's that simple,” illustrate the tone of determination present in the conversation and the belief that these crimes should not receive any form of leniency.
Some users also requested that the faces of the detainees not be hidden, arguing that public exposure could serve as a deterrent.
"Don't erase their faces; let's see if they feel ashamed or at least embarrassed to see themselves published," commented one of them, expressing a desire for greater transparency and visibility in these cases.
On the other hand, social and political criticisms have emerged, pointing out that while drug arrests are being showcased, other scandals and crimes with greater economic impact remain uninvestigated.
"And when are they going to throw the net on the major criminals so that they uncover the million-dollar embezzlements they commit...?" one user asked. Others hinted that the disclosure of these cases could serve as a smokescreen for more serious issues, such as the circulation of synthetic drugs: "They are doing this to divert attention from the chemical that is indeed a synthetic drug...".
Finally, although to a lesser extent, voices focused on human rights and the dimension of addiction also emerged.
Some recalled that certain types of regimes allow for temporary exits and that drug dependence should be recognized as a disease.
"He was out on leave because he is at minimum, and as a citizen, he has rights... that poor man is sick, he's an addict, God help him," expressed a commentator who chose a more compassionate perspective amidst the broad debate that arose.
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