The ordinary routine at the Abel Santamaría Urban Center, commonly referred to as "El Sala'o," specifically in Micro 3, was abruptly disrupted on Tuesday following the discovery of a human head in an advanced state of decay inside a trash container.
Independent journalist Yosmany Mayeta Labrada reported that workers from the Empresa de Comunales stumbled upon the gruesome find during their waste collection duties. As they emptied the bin into the tractor's dumpster, the "swollen and decomposing" head emerged among the refuse, prompting immediate alarm.
The trash container is situated between a gas selling point and the local MLC store, heightening the shock among neighbors who witnessed the grim scene. Residents recalled that a person had been reported missing in the neighborhood for several days, adding to the community's growing apprehension.
In response to the discovery, police cordoned off the area and launched an investigation to solve the crime. At this time, neither the identity of the victim nor the whereabouts of the rest of the body have been confirmed.
This violent incident has left the community in a state of shock and highlights the prevailing sense of insecurity in the city.
Understanding the Santiago de Cuba Incident
Who discovered the human head in Santiago de Cuba?
Workers from the Empresa de Comunales discovered the human head while collecting waste.
Where was the trash container located?
The trash container was located between a gas selling point and an MLC store in the Abel Santamaría Urban Center.
Has the identity of the victim been confirmed?
As of now, the victim's identity has not been confirmed, nor has the rest of the body been found.