A desperate mother from Bayamo, Granma, turned to social media this Wednesday to seek help in locating her son, Adriano Andino, who has been missing for over two weeks. Yoandra Andino, the mother of the missing young man, explained on Facebook that her son suffers from mental health issues and that she has already informed the police. In her post, she pleaded for any information that could help find him.
"I would appreciate any information you can provide about his whereabouts; you can call 56068217 at any time," she wrote. In her message, she asked that if anyone finds him, they should contact the police so they can handle the situation.
This Wednesday, another Cuban mother also sought help to find her son, Daniel Cristian Ibarra Correa, a 22-year-old from Villa Clara, who has been missing since August 1, 2024. Mariela, Daniel's mother, reported that her son was having a nervous breakdown at the time of his disappearance, as detailed in an alert shared in the Facebook group "Desaparecidos dentro de Cuba, somos tu voz!!!".
Meanwhile, young Cuban Osniel Sánchez has been missing for five days in Havana, prompting his family and friends to request help on social media. In the Facebook group “Comida a Domicilio En La Habana,” the user Miguel Ángel shared the unfortunate news on Tuesday and asked for support from anyone who sees him or has information. He provided two phone numbers for contact: 58359994 and 51183428.
Additionally, Yilena Cepa, an 18-year-old from the municipality of Songo La Maya in Santiago de Cuba, has been missing since last Saturday, leading her family to seek public assistance in finding her.
FAQs on Missing Persons in Cuba
Given the alarming increase in missing persons cases in Cuba, here are some frequently asked questions to help understand the situation better and provide guidance.
What should you do if you have information about a missing person?
If you have any information about a missing person, you should immediately contact the police and provide as much detail as possible. You can also reach out to the family through the contact numbers provided in their social media posts.
How can social media help in finding missing persons?
Social media can amplify the search efforts by spreading the word quickly across a wide audience. Posts can be shared rapidly, increasing the chances that someone with relevant information will see them and respond.
What steps should families take when reporting a missing person?
Families should immediately report the disappearance to the police, providing a detailed description and any relevant medical information. They should also use social media to share photos and contact information to reach a broader audience.