Carlos Ramón Casasayas Calafell, the grandfather of the nearly two-year-old boy who was thrown from a second-story window in Nueva Gerona, has provided an update on his grandson's condition. The child's brain swelled 72 hours after the tragic event, necessitating immediate surgery.
The boy, named Lían, is currently on life support and being closely monitored by medical professionals, as revealed by Casasayas on his Facebook profile. Meanwhile, family and friends have taken to social media to offer their support and prayers for Lían's recovery, while also expressing gratitude towards the medical team striving to save his life.
The incident that has shocked the community took place on September 29 in the capital city of Isla de la Juventud. It involved a relative with mental health issues, specifically the nephew of the child's father's ex-partner, who threw the baby from a second-floor apartment located on 35th Street between 26th and 28th.
Details concerning the exact circumstances of the event and the current status of the individual responsible have not been disclosed. Additionally, there has been no public confirmation of any ongoing legal or medical proceedings against the perpetrator, who is said to have unspecified psychological issues according to his family, though no formal diagnosis has been provided.
In a similar tragic event in February 2025, the community of Jatibonico in Sancti Spíritus was left in shock when a man with schizophrenia threw his niece from a fourth-floor apartment. Miraculously, the young girl, Nathaly, survived the fall and was rushed to the Provincial Pediatric Hospital in Sancti Spíritus for emergency medical care.
FAQs on the Isla de la Juventud Incident
What is the current condition of the child from Isla de la Juventud?
The child, Lían, is in critical condition, connected to a life support machine, and under intensive medical observation after undergoing surgery due to brain swelling.
Has there been any legal action taken against the individual responsible?
As of now, no public information is available regarding legal or medical actions against the person who threw the child. The individual is reported to have mental health issues, but no specific diagnosis has been confirmed.
How did the community of Isla de la Juventud react to the incident?
The incident has deeply affected the community, prompting an outpouring of support and prayers for the child's recovery on social media. The community has also commended the efforts of the medical staff working tirelessly to save Lían.