Sister of Cuban Reggaeton Artist Appeals for Community Support: "We Need Unity Now More Than Ever"

Isis Sierra Hernández, the sister of Cuban reggaeton artist Chocolate MC (Yosvanis Sierra Hernández), is rallying support and signatures on social media for a petition advocating probation with rehabilitation instead of a life sentence for her brother. The family claims the judicial process was unfair and that the musician requires treatment, not punishment.

On Instagram, she shared a video urging the Cuban community to stand by her brother, who was recently convicted in Miami for "writing or publishing direct threats."

"You all know what we're going through. Today, I'm asking you for something very important to my family: your signature. We're gathering as many signatures as possible to support my brother's case and show he's not alone. (…) For you, it's just a minute, but for us, it's strength, support, and hope in a moment where every gesture counts," the visibly emotional young woman stated.

In the same post, Isis explained that the link to sign is available in her Instagram stories and profile, inviting the artist's followers to share it. She also called for a support gathering on December 3 in front of the Miami court, asserting that "when people unite, real change happens."

The petition for probation and rehabilitation, initiated by Teresa María Padrón on Change.org, titled "Do Not Sentence Chocolate MC to Die in Prison. We Demand Probation with Rehabilitation," had surpassed 6,000 verified signatures at the time of this report.

The document, addressed to Judge Milton Hirsch and the Miami-Dade County Prosecutor's Office, asserts that the artist was found guilty of impulsive expressions made on social media while dealing with grief and mental health issues. It emphasizes that "He didn't kill anyone" and calls for a proportionate sentence that includes conditional release and access to treatment.

It highlights that the case "is not about a committed homicide, but rather words, posts, and alleged plans made while in custody, under intense emotional pain, and battling addictions and mental health issues." It warns that an extreme sentence "would only destroy another life, another family, and another future," insisting that the reggaeton artist "needs therapy, not punishment."

The family's pursuit of justice continues as a seven-member jury found Chocolate MC guilty after a trial where the prosecution presented a video of the artist offering money to order the death of Damián Valdez Galloso, accused of murdering Cuban musician El Taiger. His mother, Odalis Hernández, claimed the process was manipulated and that the defense didn't present medical evidence concerning her son's mental health. In an interview with Javier Díaz, she stated, "My son is not a killer. (…) From the beginning, I provided medical reports, and yet they were disregarded. He's ill, he needs treatment, not punishment."

His girlfriend, Yelena Ramírez, also reacted with outrage to the verdict, insisting that "he hasn't killed anyone" and labeling the process as unjust. She pointed out that "the true killer is still out there," referring to Damián Valdez Galloso, who is still awaiting trial.

Among the voices supporting the artist was singer La Diosa, who attended the trial as a witness and broke down in tears upon leaving the courtroom. She asserted that "Yosvani is not a murderer. He has lived under the influence of drugs, with many crises. He is a sick man who should have received help first. (…) We can't expect a sick person to act like someone normal."

Presided over by Judge Milton Hirsch at the Miami-Dade Circuit Court, the trial ended with a guilty verdict, although the final sentence remains pending. The judge warned that the crime could result in a life sentence, raising concerns among his family and supporters.

Throughout the proceedings, the defense argued that the artist's social media outbursts were emotional reactions without criminal intent. The prosecution, however, centered its case on the video in which the reggaeton artist claimed to have funds for ordering Valdez Galloso’s assassination.

Recently, Isis Sierra also spoke of her brother's spiritual transformation in prison, stating he has turned to God and "found inner peace" despite the legal battle. She compared him to artists like Daddy Yankee and Farruko, who embraced Christianity after stepping away from music.