Cubans inside and outside the island expressed doubts and skepticism regarding the official statement from the Ministry of the Interior (MININT) about the incident involving a speedboat in Cayo Falcones (Corralillo, Villa Clara). This came after authorities claimed that, as part of the investigation, they seized assault rifles, handguns, homemade explosive devices (Molotov cocktails), bulletproof vests, telescopic sights, and camouflage uniforms, in addition to identifying six detainees and one deceased individual.
The comments—gathered on social media from Cubadebate and CiberCuba—question everything from the plausibility of the described arsenal to the lack of public evidence (photos or videos) and the credibility of the official account, with users openly stating that they believe nothing and that “any lie is possible.”
In a report on the "continuity of the investigative process" regarding the "armed assault" on a surface unit of the Border Guard Troops, the MININT announced the seizure of weapons and supplies, including assault rifles, handguns, Molotov cocktails, bulletproof vests, telescopic sights, and camouflage uniforms.
Additionally, he noted that among the detained participants—according to "preliminary interrogations"—they identified:
- Amijail Sánchez González
- Leordan Enrique Cruz Gómez
- Conrado Galindo Sariol
- José Manuel Rodríguez Castelló
- Cristian Ernesto Acosta Guevara
- Roberto Azcorra Consuegra
Among the deceased, MININT identified Michel Ortega Casanova and stated that they were working on identifying the other three deceased individuals.
"About them, I believe nothing": outright distrust and accusations of a setup
Among the reactions from citizens cited, one user wrote: "The truth will come out! I don't believe anything from them," while another comment stated: "This is orchestrated by state security."
Several messages used irony to discredit the narrative, with phrases like “And Rambo wasn't on that expedition…??” and jokes about “Micki Terrori,” suggesting that the official story might be exaggerating or fabricating a tale.
One of the most frequently raised doubts was the absence of visible evidence to support the seizure described by MININT. “And the photos?? Where can we see all that evidence?” asked a user.
Another person commented: “There may not be videos of the moment… okay, but why aren’t there photos and videos of the captured individuals, of all the things they say they brought, of the boat, why not?”
Incongruities pointed out by users: weapons, injured, and targets
Some comments raised doubts about the logic of the event and the discrepancy they perceive between the reported information and the results.
An internet user argued that if they truly had that weaponry, "they would have mentioned it from the very beginning" and questioned why—according to their interpretation—there would be a number of injured individuals that they considered "incredible" given the level of preparation that the State attributes to the group.
Other users proposed alternative hypotheses within the limits of the discussion: one stated that "the most likely scenario" was that "they were going to look for people to bring them to the USA" and that they had calculated that the lack of fuel would impact the coastal patrol boats.
It was also questioned why "so many people were coming in the boat" if, as some reports suggest, the goal was to pick up family members.
A climate of polarization
Among the comments, some called for action against the government if it was found responsible ("the time has come to put an end to this regime"), while others lamented what had happened or argued that, regardless of the reason, "the procedures and permits" to enter the country should be followed.
The discussion on social media highlights a central point: the gap between the official narrative and public trust.
While the MININT asserts that there was an armed incident and presents a list of confiscated items and identities, a segment of the citizenry demands evidence and expresses distrust towards the official narrative, in a case that remains under investigation and which, according to the statement itself, still has three unidentifed deceased.
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