A deadly altercation between two siblings resulted in the death of one worker and left two others injured at the Somos Jóvenes Complex in Villa Clara on Saturday night. This incident was confirmed on Sunday by the Minister of Domestic Trade, Betsy Díaz Velázquez, through a social media post. She detailed that despite the swift response of the security team and staff at the center, the tragedy unfolded.
During the violent encounter, three employees sustained injuries. One succumbed to severe wounds, another is in intensive care with head injuries, and a third is recovering after being stabbed in the back. The assailants, who are brothers, managed to escape, as highlighted by Díaz in her post. Authorities from the Ministry of the Interior in Villa Clara are actively involved in their pursuit and arrest.
Díaz extended her condolences to the family of the deceased worker, particularly his wife and two young daughters. She also expressed solidarity with the injured colleagues and their families, emphasizing that justice will be pursued: “The full weight of the law must fall on those responsible.”
Wave of Violence in Cuba Sparks Concern
In another violent incident, several women were attacked at the intersection of Trocha and Cristina streets in Santiago de Cuba, witnessed by shocked passersby. This attack was reported on Facebook by independent journalist Yosmany Mayeta Labrada, who described how the assailant knocked down one woman, dragged another by her hair, and struck a third in the face. According to the report, another individual handed the attacker a large knife, which he used to threaten those attempting to intervene, causing panic in the area. There is no current information on whether the victims sustained severe injuries or if the attacker has been identified or apprehended.
Similarly, in Havana, an urban bus was vandalized in the early hours of Sunday when unknown individuals hurled stones at the vehicle during its route. Street violence in Cuba has led to several alarming incidents in recent days. A spate of stabbings has shaken the city, with two violent occurrences happening in a single day, highlighting the growing insecurity and aggression in public spaces.
Understanding the Escalating Violence in Cuba
What led to the altercation at the Somos Jóvenes Complex?
The altercation at the Somos Jóvenes Complex was initiated by a violent dispute between two brothers, leading to the death of one worker and injuries to two others.
How are the authorities responding to the increase in street violence?
Authorities are actively working to locate and arrest the perpetrators involved in these incidents, with the Ministry of the Interior in Villa Clara supporting efforts to capture the siblings responsible for the altercation.
What measures are being taken to ensure justice for the victims?
Minister Betsy Díaz Velázquez has assured that justice will be pursued, emphasizing that those responsible must face the full weight of the law.