The Cuban motorcyclist Manuel de Jesús Dela Ramos, who was reported missing early Sunday morning after setting out for a taxi service, has been found alive.
The independent portal CubaNet, which had initially reported his disappearance, shared the good news on their Facebook page. "According to the family, the young man has just been found, safe and sound," they announced, without providing further details.
The report of his disappearance had caused alarm on social media, especially after it was revealed that he was out on a mototaxi service around midnight. Dela Ramos, 28, was last seen at 2:00 am that Sunday near the Calzada de 10 de Octubre in Havana. His family described that he was riding a Suzuki motorcycle with the license plate U99458 and was dressed in a sports tracksuit.
Some internet users questioned the lack of explanation, as has often been the case when missing persons are found alive. Social media has become a crucial platform for people in Cuba to report the disappearance of their loved ones and seek help in locating them.
The country, mired in an unprecedented economic crisis, is experiencing a wave of violence to which the authorities have not responded adequately.
Frequently Asked Questions about Disappearances in Cuba
Given the increasing number of disappearances and the role of social media in locating missing persons in Cuba, here are some frequently asked questions and their answers.
How was Manuel de Jesús Dela Ramos found?
The details of how Manuel de Jesús Dela Ramos was found have not been disclosed by his family or the authorities.
Why are disappearances in Cuba often not explained?
There is often a lack of transparency from the authorities, and explanations are rarely provided when missing individuals are found.
How can social media help in finding missing persons in Cuba?
Social media platforms allow for rapid dissemination of information, enabling people to report disappearances and seek assistance from the public and independent media sources.