Local journalist Yosmany Mayeta has identified Alex Recasen Suárez as the suspected perpetrator of a string of violent crimes that have shaken the city of Santiago de Cuba in recent weeks. Authorities arrested the man on Thursday, linking him to the murders of two security guards at the State Agricultural Market "El Santiaguero" and the "Café Continental" restaurant, as well as an assault on a third guard at the "El Acuario" restaurant, who survived the attack.
Mayeta, a well-known voice in eastern Cuba, stated that Recasen Suárez had been released from prison about a year ago but allegedly resumed criminal activities, including armed robberies and homicides. Investigations indicate that the suspect did not work alone and that his actions were connected to other similar crimes in the area. During searches of various residences associated with him, authorities seized evidence directly linking him to the incidents.
Local sources also suggest that Recasen Suárez had ties to the Nuevo Van Van neighborhood in Altamira, where he previously lived with his late ex-partner, Niurka, with whom he had two children. The arrest was carried out by joint forces of the Ministry of the Interior (MININT) with support from the Santiago community. Currently, Recasen Suárez is in custody and will face judicial proceedings according to the Cuban Penal Code.
In addition to the murders, he is also linked to other violent robberies in the city center, as reported by the officialist profile Héroes del Moncada. The investigation remains ongoing to determine if he is involved in other crimes committed in the region. The recent wave of violence has fueled a sense of insecurity in Santiago de Cuba, amid a deepening economic and social crisis affecting the island.
"How you made my brother suffer, how you tortured him for hours!! How my whole family suffered because of you!! May God have mercy on you, and may Divine Justice give you what you deserve," expressed a follower of Mayeta in response to the news.
Details on the Santiago de Cuba Crime Wave
Who is Alex Recasen Suárez?
Alex Recasen Suárez is identified as the suspected serial killer involved in a series of violent crimes in Santiago de Cuba, including multiple murders and robberies.
What crimes is Recasen Suárez accused of?
He is accused of the murder of two security guards, an attempted murder, and involvement in several violent robberies in the city.
Is Alex Recasen Suárez acting alone?
Investigations suggest that he did not act alone, and his activities are linked to other similar crimes in Santiago de Cuba.
What is the public reaction to these crimes?
The crimes have created a climate of fear and insecurity in Santiago de Cuba, exacerbated by the island's ongoing economic and social challenges.