The Cuban Ministry of the Interior (MININT) announced on Tuesday that it is investigating a shocking incident in Santiago de Cuba, where a human head was discovered in a garbage bin located in Micro 3 of the Abel Santamaría Urban Center, locally known as “El Sala’o.”
The alarming event was initially reported by the state-run profile Héroes del Moncada, which described it as a “serious” occurrence and noted the presence of MININT forces at the scene. Subsequently, MININT confirmed the find, stating that an investigation has commenced, and efforts are underway to swiftly apprehend those responsible for the crime.
In response, regime spokespersons echoed MININT's statements. Official journalist Lázaro Manuel Alonso condemned the incident as "unacceptable in our society" and called for "the full force of the law against the murderers." Another official journalist, Cuscó Tarradell, commented on social media about the need to enhance security measures in neighborhoods and potentially reconsider current laws and policies related to the penal system to effectively address the increase in crime and violence.
Independent journalist Yosmany Mayeta Labrada reported on social media that workers from the Empresa de Comunales discovered the gruesome scene while collecting waste. According to his post, the head was "swollen and decomposing," becoming visible when the bin was emptied into a truck, causing immediate alarm among those present.
Residents in the area confirmed on social media that the bin was situated between the gas station and the MLC store in the neighborhood, intensifying the shock for witnesses. Additionally, some noted that a person had been reported missing in the area for several days, heightening uncertainty about the victim's identity and the circumstances surrounding the crime.
Following the discovery, police cordoned off the area. To date, the identity of the victim and the whereabouts of the rest of the body have not been publicly confirmed. The incident has left the Santiago community in shock and highlights a climate of insecurity that starkly contrasts with the official narrative. MININT's direct involvement underscores the severity of a situation that has alarmed people both inside and outside of Cuba.
Key Questions About the Santiago de Cuba Incident
What was discovered in the Santiago de Cuba garbage bin?
A human head was found in a garbage bin in the Abel Santamaría Urban Center, Santiago de Cuba.
What actions has MININT taken in response to this incident?
MININT has launched an investigation and is working to apprehend those responsible for the crime.
How has the community reacted to the discovery?
The community is in shock, and there is heightened concern due to the recent report of a missing person in the area.