A young man, just 18 years old, who had been reported missing since Sunday in the San Luis municipality of Santiago de Cuba, was found dead in recent hours. The victim, identified as Raciel Mateo Vega, according to testimonies from neighbors cited by journalist Yosmany Mayeta Labrada, went to the river and never returned home.
The body was discovered lifeless in the river, with head injuries. The corpse was transported to the municipal hospital to determine the cause of death. The mentioned source indicated that neighbors and some family members do not rule out the possibility of murder, something that legal medicine experts will need to confirm or deny.
The death of the young man has been met with sorrow by those who knew him, as they describe him as helpful and very kind to the elderly in his community, with whom he often conversed extensively. They also noted that he was a very determined young man, always selling candies to help his mother.
In the comments section, hundreds of internet users lamented the high number of young Cubans losing their lives in Cuba in recent years. Shortly before his disappearance, Raciel Mateo Vega made two very optimistic posts on Facebook that now take on a painful significance.
"Don't be afraid to shine. You are a star in your own story. There are no limits to what you can achieve when you dress with confidence and strive for your dreams," he wrote first.
"Believing in yourself when no one else does, that's what makes you strong," reads the second post.
As of the closure of this article, the cause of death of the young Cuban, Raciel Mateo Vega, remains a mystery.
Details Surrounding Raciel Mateo Vega's Death
The tragic death of Raciel Mateo Vega has raised several questions. Here are some key points that might help clarify the situation:
What were the circumstances of Raciel Mateo Vega's disappearance?
Raciel Mateo Vega was reported missing after he went to the river on Sunday and did not return home. His body was later found in the river with head injuries.
Has the cause of death been determined?
As of now, the cause of death has not been determined. Experts in legal medicine are expected to confirm or deny the possibility of murder.
How has the community reacted to Raciel's death?
The community has reacted with sorrow, describing Raciel as a helpful and kind individual, particularly towards the elderly. Many internet users have expressed concern over the increasing number of young Cubans losing their lives.