A Cuban father is making a heartfelt plea for assistance in finding his son, Dannier Quesada Morales, who has been missing since Monday in Holguín.
On Wednesday, Daniel Quesada Sánchez took to social media with an urgent video appeal to locate his son. "My son has been missing since Monday. I've received no updates, and I'm asking for help because I have nowhere left to search for him," he implored tearfully.
The young man reportedly left Diamante de Santa Rita, a location in Granma province, at 7 a.m. on November 10 to reach the military unit in Aguas Claras, Holguín, as detailed in the video shared across various Facebook profiles. The father expressed his frustration at not knowing whom to contact to find his son.
He shared his anguish, saying, "I wouldn't wish this on anyone, the experience I'm going through." Overwhelmed with emotion, he pleaded, "Anyone who sees him or knows anything, please inform me... I repeat, may no one experience this moment."
Comments on the post from those close to Dannier revealed that the young man is fulfilling his mandatory military service in Holguín. He had been at home on leave and left Monday morning to return to his unit, but never arrived.
Quesada's request for information to help locate his son is spreading across social media, garnering empathy and support from many.
In recent years, it has become increasingly common in Cuba for families to turn to social networks to alert the public about missing loved ones and seek community support in locating them, often due to the authorities' lack of action and the absence of official search protocols.
The efforts of family and friends, along with support from citizens, activists, independent platforms, and media outlets, keep the search efforts alive despite government indifference. In numerous instances, citizen aid has been crucial in helping families find their missing relatives.
Cases like Karildi Marín, missing for nearly two years, and Doraiky Águila, missing since March this year, underscore the urgent need for the state to implement effective public policies for handling disappearances.
Frequently Asked Questions About Missing Persons in Cuba
What actions can families take when a loved one goes missing in Cuba?
Families often resort to social media to raise awareness and seek the community's help, as official channels and protocols are often lacking.
How has social media influenced the search for missing persons in Cuba?
Social media has become a critical tool for sharing information quickly, mobilizing community support, and keeping search efforts active in the absence of state intervention.
Why are there calls for public policy changes regarding disappearances in Cuba?
There is an urgent need for effective public policies because the current lack of official procedures and government inaction leaves families without support during such critical situations.