A young man, who directly witnessed the tragic murder of a 21-year-old Cuban woman by her stepfather in Guyana, expressed profound distress over the incident. In an interview with a local outlet, the witness recounted being awakened by screams. Upon approaching, he saw a partially open door and the Cuban man brutally stabbing his victims.
Despite his efforts to intervene, the young man explained that it was impossible to jump into the fray. With a trembling voice and visibly shaken by the horrific scene, he recalled retreating to his room briefly. Upon returning, the young woman approached him for help but collapsed before reaching him.
In the comments section of the article, many readers expressed understanding for his hesitation, noting that intervening could have made him another fatality. Others suggested that, based on his demeanor, the witness may require specialized psychological support to cope with the traumatic experience.
The deceased, identified as Davely Morales, was murdered by her stepfather, Wispriey Alfonso, a 40-year-old Cuban, who also gravely injured Milaysi Rodríguez, 38, Davely's mother. Although Alfonso initially fled the scene, he later surrendered to authorities.
The crime took place around 7 PM last Friday on Pike Street, Kitty, in Georgetown, at the apartment where the family had been residing for approximately a month since arriving from Cuba. Davely Morales worked as a sales representative and lived with her mother, nine-year-old sister, and Alfonso at the Pike Street address.
Details of the Tragic Incident
Reports indicated that Alfonso attacked his victims with a butcher's knife. Emergency responders from the Central Fire Station quickly arrived and confirmed Morales' death, while Rodríguez was taken to the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) in critical condition, suffering from multiple stab wounds.
A preliminary examination revealed that Morales had deep cuts on her hands, neck, and jaw. Her body was transported to Memorial Gardens Funeral Home for an autopsy to determine the precise cause of death.
Alfonso turned himself into the Kitty police station hours later, still carrying the blood-stained butcher's knife, locally known as a "chopper." He was arrested and is currently cooperating with the Guyanese authorities' ongoing homicide investigation.
A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to assist with the young woman's funeral expenses, scheduled for May 30. So far, the Guyanese police have not disclosed the motive behind the attack. The Cuban embassy in Guyana has remained silent on the matter.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Guyana Tragedy
What prompted the attack in Guyana?
As of now, the Guyanese police have not released any information regarding the motive behind the attack.
Who were the victims in this tragic event?
The victims were Davely Morales, a 21-year-old Cuban woman who was killed, and her mother, Milaysi Rodríguez, who was critically injured.
Has the Cuban embassy in Guyana commented on the incident?
The Cuban embassy in Guyana has not made any public statements regarding the incident.