A burglary has rocked the municipality of Las Tunas, situated in the Cuban province of the same name, where two individuals were apprehended after completely ransacking a home on "2 de Diciembre" Avenue. According to the Facebook page "Claridad Tunera," which is linked to the Ministry of the Interior, the thieves used a horse-drawn carriage to transport nearly all of the household items over several trips.
Partial Recovery of Stolen Goods
Local authorities managed to capture the suspects and recover a significant portion of the stolen possessions, which were subsequently returned to the victims. As is customary, the government portrayed the operation in the provincial media as a demonstration of the "priority" given to crimes affecting the populace, similar to those impacting state property.
Official Narrative
The return of the items was broadcasted in local media, accompanied by expressions of gratitude towards the police and the justice system for their "effective action." "Claridad Tunera" even emphasized that "as always, justice will prevail," celebrating the outcome with patrol car emojis and thumbs-up symbols.
Crime Rampant in Las Tunas
In July, cattle thieves caused the deaths of several livestock after attempting to escape with the stolen animals on a train in the municipality of Majibacoa, Las Tunas. In May, journalist Gretel Yanet Tamayo Velázquez fell victim to the theft of her bicycle at the Julio Antonio Mella Stadium, home of the Las Tunas Leñadores. Meanwhile, in February, police detained two men who assaulted a security guard and stole animals from a cooperative in Majibacoa.
The suspects, identified as Edilberto and Adolfo, "beat and gagged" the guard at the Ramón Naranjo CPA livestock module in the Montes Grandes area of Majibacoa, making off with several animals from the facility.
FAQ on Crime and Policing in Las Tunas
How did the thieves manage to steal from the home in Las Tunas?
The thieves used a horse-drawn carriage to transport almost all the belongings from the home over several trips.
What actions did the authorities take after the burglary?
The authorities apprehended the suspects and recovered a significant portion of the stolen items, which were then returned to the victims.
What other crimes have occurred recently in Las Tunas?
Recent crimes in Las Tunas include cattle thefts in Majibacoa and the theft of a journalist's bicycle at the Julio Antonio Mella Stadium.