A 12-year-old girl named Emelis has been missing since Friday afternoon in the city of Camagüey. She left her home intending to visit her paternal grandmother, whose residence is located in the city center, but she never arrived.
The disappearance was brought to public attention via social media by journalist Iris Mariño from the independent news outlet La Hora de Cuba. She urgently appealed to the community to assist in locating the young girl. "Please, this is urgent and important. Friends, anyone who can, help us find this missing girl," she wrote in a Facebook post, which included images of Emelis and contact information for any helpful leads.
Emelis was last seen wearing black shorts, a blue patterned blouse, and white sneakers. She was traveling from her home in the Bobes neighborhood toward the city center, where her grandmother lives. Since her disappearance, no further information has been available, causing significant concern among her family, neighbors, and community members.
The family has asked anyone with information about her whereabouts to immediately reach out to the following contact numbers: 56513945, 55281840, 51934221, or 55502171. Additionally, people can contact journalist Iris Mariño directly through her Facebook profile.
Frequently Asked Questions About Missing Children in Cuba
What should you do if you see a missing child?
If you see a child who appears to be missing, contact local authorities immediately and provide them with as much information as possible about the child's location and appearance.
How can the community help in cases of missing children?
The community can assist by sharing information on social media, distributing flyers, and staying vigilant in their neighborhoods. Every bit of information can be crucial in finding a missing child.