Authorities have confirmed that the body discovered this past Saturday in Sagua de Tánamo belongs to Luis Pérez Rodríguez, a 64-year-old man.
Pérez Rodríguez was one of the individuals who had been missing since the morning of October 23rd due to the overflowing of the Sagua River, according to the pro-government outlet Realidades from Holguín.
The lifeless body was located near the mouth of the River Sagua, as indicated in the report.
The family of Pérez Rodríguez has been informed of the discovery and support has been provided to them during this difficult time, as officials stated.
Employed by UEB Correos and a resident of the Ciudad Sur Popular Council, Pérez Rodríguez was last seen before the river's overflow. Meanwhile, the search continues for Antonio Angulo Caballero, a 74-year-old from the El Jobo Popular Council.
Angulo has been missing since October 22nd, with Pérez Rodríguez disappearing a day later. The blog "Bloguero Tanameño" first reported their disappearance and the suspected drowning of both men during the river's surge on Wednesday.
This incident has put the municipality of Sagua de Tánamo on high alert, as it has experienced recent floods linked to heavy rainfall.
Local authorities have reiterated their support for the families involved and urged the public to rely on official channels for updates on the situation, while verification efforts continue.
While there is no direct link between these events and Hurricane Melissa, the intense rainfall of recent days may have exacerbated the river's rise, complicating conditions in the eastern region of the country.
On social media, family members and neighbors have called for restraint and caution, urging people to avoid spreading rumors as rescue operations proceed.
Impact of River Flooding in Sagua de Tánamo
Who was identified from the river flooding incident in Sagua?
The body found was identified as Luis Pérez Rodríguez, a 64-year-old man who had been missing since October 23rd due to the river's overflow.
Is there still a missing person from the Sagua river incident?
Yes, the search continues for Antonio Angulo Caballero, a 74-year-old resident of El Jobo who has been missing since October 22nd.
What is the community's reaction to the river flooding in Sagua de Tánamo?
The community is on high alert due to the recent floods, and local authorities are providing support to affected families while urging the public to follow official updates and avoid spreading rumors.