A toddler is currently receiving intensive care treatment following a severe incident on the evening of September 30 in Nueva Gerona, the main municipality of the Isla de la Juventud. The distressing news was shared on Facebook by the child's grandfather, Carlos Ramón Casasayas Calafell. He revealed that a mentally troubled relative of his son's ex-partner threw the young boy from a second-story window of a house located on Calle 35, between 26 and 28.
"A tragedy has occurred. A mentally unstable nephew of Liuris, my son Ernesto's ex-wife, threw Lían, my little grandson who turned 2 on September 30, from a second floor... The child is currently in intensive care," Casasayas wrote in his post.
Unresolved Details
As of now, there have been no official statements regarding the boy's current condition or the specific circumstances surrounding the incident. Additionally, there is no public information on any legal or medical proceedings concerning the individual responsible, who allegedly suffers from psychological issues, though no specific diagnosis has been provided.
A Community in Shock
The child, identified as Lían, was immediately transported to a hospital and is under the care of specialized medical professionals in an intensive care unit. The incident has deeply shaken the local community. However, no official statements have been released by health or law enforcement authorities.
Past Incidents Highlight Challenges
In February 2025, the town of Jatibonico in Sancti Spíritus was shocked by a similar tragedy when a man diagnosed with schizophrenia threw his niece from the fourth floor of a building. Remarkably, the girl—named Nathaly—survived the fall and was rushed to the Sancti Spíritus Provincial Pediatric Hospital for medical care. Family members reported that the young man, suffering from schizophrenia, seemingly lost control, leading to the impulsive act.
For years, mental health patients in Cuba have faced a severe shortage of medications, and many families have voiced concerns that the situation is becoming untenable. Recently, a case emerged of a woman who had to construct a makeshift cell in her home to contain her son with schizophrenia due to the lack of necessary medications.
Questions About Mental Health Challenges in Cuba
What happened to the toddler in Nueva Gerona?
The toddler was thrown from a second-story window by a mentally troubled relative of his father's ex-partner. He is currently under intensive care in a hospital.
Are there any legal actions being taken against the perpetrator?
As of now, there is no public information on any legal proceedings against the individual responsible for the incident.
How are mental health patients affected in Cuba?
Mental health patients in Cuba face a critical shortage of medications, causing many families to struggle with managing these conditions. Some families have resorted to extreme measures due to the lack of resources.