Ramón Gresequi, affectionately known as "Ramoncito" among his community, was discovered deceased on Friday in Moa, Holguín, just one day following his disappearance along with the truck he drove for the Empresa Mecánica del Níquel (EMNI).
Amalia Cruz Liranza was among the first to verify the news in the Facebook group “Lo más exclusivo en Moa,” citing her sister-in-law, a co-worker of the deceased, as her source. The page Nio Reportando un Crimen also relayed the incident.
According to information gathered from posts by acquaintances of Gresequi and Facebook groups in Moa, his body was located in Yaguaneque, at the Miraflores hill, where the municipality's TV tower stands.
Evidence Points to Foul Play
The manner in which Gresequi was found—hidden in a hole and wrapped in nylon—suggests, according to local social media users, a premeditated murder likely motivated by the theft of the white Toyota truck, license plate BP 211 606, which Gresequi was driving when he vanished.
Yakima Lamoru, a local who had been actively reporting his disappearance, confirmed his death with a somber Facebook post: "It’s unjust to take a life for something that doesn’t belong to them, especially someone who owed nothing and bothered no one."
Community in Shock and Mourning
The news quickly spread through community groups on social media, with dozens of locals expressing their grief and outrage.
"They took away a great friend, a man of integrity, what a loss," wrote one mourner.
Another comment encapsulated the widespread sentiment: "This is murder, an injustice, I’m at a loss for words... The only thing I ask is for true justice. This family has lost everything, a father to his children, a hardworking man, a husband, a courteous neighbor."
Ongoing Investigation and Public Outcry
Gresequi had left his workplace around 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday without his backup medication, intending to return quickly, according to those close to him.
As of this publication, there has been no official confirmation of the body's discovery or information about any arrests, while the Moa community demands that "true justice be served for once."
The case adds to a disturbing trend of violent crimes linked to vehicle thefts that have claimed several lives in Cuba during 2026: in May, Dairon Urbay Solan was found strangled in Villa Clara following the theft of his electric tricycle, and in August, Carlos Luis Suárez Navarro was killed in Cienfuegos during a robbery of his motorbike.
Cuba lacks an official alert system for missing persons, forcing families to rely on Facebook groups and independent platforms like NiO Reportando Un Crimen to organize searches, as was the case from the outset in this situation.
Understanding the Impact of Violent Crimes in Cuba
Why are violent crimes increasing in Cuba?
The rise in violent crimes in Cuba is often attributed to economic hardships and a lack of effective policing and judicial responses, which leave many crimes unresolved and perpetrators unpunished.
How do communities respond to these crimes?
Communities often turn to social media platforms to organize search efforts and share information due to the absence of official missing persons alerts, relying on grassroots efforts to seek justice and resolution.
What measures can improve safety in Cuba?
Implementing a robust system for reporting and responding to missing persons, strengthening law enforcement, and enhancing community engagement through education and resources could help improve overall safety.