Synthetic Cannabinoids
Synthetic Cannabinoids, known as "The Chemical" in Cuba, are linked to a rising drug crisis. Recent events highlight increased trafficking and youth experiences with these drugs.
![Arrests Made in Ciego de Ávila for Suspected Synthetic Drug Trafficking]()
Arrests Made in Ciego de Ávila for Suspected Synthetic Drug Trafficking
Published on 12/1/2025
![Sentences Up to 16 Years Sought for Those Involved in Matanzas Drug Trafficking Network]()
Sentences Up to 16 Years Sought for Those Involved in Matanzas Drug Trafficking Network
Published on 11/29/2025
![Chemical Exposure Incident: Havana Pest Controller Found Under Influence During Work Hours]()
Chemical Exposure Incident: Havana Pest Controller Found Under Influence During Work Hours
Published on 11/26/2025
![Cuban Man Caught with Hashish on Bus in Guantánamo]()
Cuban Man Caught with Hashish on Bus in Guantánamo
Published on 11/18/2025
![Three Arrested in Holguín with Over 35 Kilos of Cocaine Hidden in Industrial Compressor]()
Three Arrested in Holguín with Over 35 Kilos of Cocaine Hidden in Industrial Compressor
Published on 10/3/2025
![Havana Court Sentences Cuban Man to 15 Years for Drug Trafficking]()
Havana Court Sentences Cuban Man to 15 Years for Drug Trafficking
Published on 9/23/2025
![Cuban Supreme Court Sounds Alarm on Synthetic Drug Surge, Implements Tougher Penalties]()
Cuban Supreme Court Sounds Alarm on Synthetic Drug Surge, Implements Tougher Penalties
Published on 8/30/2025
![Two Individuals Detained in Havana Drug Bust]()
Two Individuals Detained in Havana Drug Bust
Published on 8/21/2025
![Cuban Authorities Arrest Two in Havana Drug Bust]()
Cuban Authorities Arrest Two in Havana Drug Bust
Published on 8/21/2025
![Police Intensify Operations in Granma Amidst Ongoing Crime Surge]()
Police Intensify Operations in Granma Amidst Ongoing Crime Surge
Published on 8/4/2025
![Cuba Implements New Legal Framework for Synthetic Cannabinoid Offenses]()
Cuba Implements New Legal Framework for Synthetic Cannabinoid Offenses
Published on 7/23/2025
![Disturbing Footage of Young Cuban Under Influence of "The Chemical" Emerges in Havana]()
Disturbing Footage of Young Cuban Under Influence of "The Chemical" Emerges in Havana
Published on 6/11/2025
![Shocking Footage of Cuban Youth Affected by Drugs on Havana Streets]()
Shocking Footage of Cuban Youth Affected by Drugs on Havana Streets
Published on 5/8/2025
![Sentences of Deterrence in Santiago de Cuba: Two Young Men Imprisoned for Marijuana and "The Chemical"]()
Sentences of Deterrence in Santiago de Cuba: Two Young Men Imprisoned for Marijuana and "The Chemical"
Published on 4/22/2025
![Passenger Arrested in Varadero with Drugs Hidden in Shampoo Bottle]()
Passenger Arrested in Varadero with Drugs Hidden in Shampoo Bottle
Published on 4/1/2025
![Cuban Customs Uncover Drugs Hidden in Diapers from the U.S.]()
Cuban Customs Uncover Drugs Hidden in Diapers from the U.S.
Published on 3/28/2025
![Crack Found in Police Drug Raid in Central Havana]()
Crack Found in Police Drug Raid in Central Havana
Published on 3/11/2025
![Alarming Spread of Drug Known as "The Chemical" Raises Epidemic Concerns in Cuba]()
Alarming Spread of Drug Known as "The Chemical" Raises Epidemic Concerns in Cuba
Published on 2/22/2025
![Passenger Arrested at Havana's José Martí Airport with 3 kg of Methamphetamines]()
Passenger Arrested at Havana's José Martí Airport with 3 kg of Methamphetamines
Published on 2/20/2025
![Cuban Man Apprehended with Significant Marijuana Load]()
Cuban Man Apprehended with Significant Marijuana Load
Published on 2/5/2025
![Police Crackdown on Drug Trafficking in Havana Neighborhood]()
Police Crackdown on Drug Trafficking in Havana Neighborhood
Published on 1/18/2025
![Young Man in Havana Sentenced to 15 Years for Hashish Trafficking]()
Young Man in Havana Sentenced to 15 Years for Hashish Trafficking
Published on 12/11/2024
![Arrest of Cuban Drug Dealer Selling "The Chemical" in Havana Highlighted]()
Arrest of Cuban Drug Dealer Selling "The Chemical" in Havana Highlighted
Published on 12/6/2024
![Cuban Youth Reveal Harrowing Experiences with "The Chemical" Drug Crisis]()
Cuban Youth Reveal Harrowing Experiences with "The Chemical" Drug Crisis
Published on 11/28/2024
![Customs Uncovers Over 500 Cases of Arms and Drug Trafficking in Cuba for 2024]()
Customs Uncovers Over 500 Cases of Arms and Drug Trafficking in Cuba for 2024
Published on 6/21/2024
