Samantha de la Caridad Hernández García, a four-year-old girl from the La Güinera neighborhood in Havana, was found this Saturday after being missing for several days. The child, last seen on Monday, was located in Marianao, according to her father, José Hernández, who currently resides in Brazil.
"Thank you all. We can now confirm the news. The girl from La Güinera has been found. She is now with her paternal grandmother," said activist Yamilka Lafita, known on Facebook as Lara Crofs. When contacted by the independent outlet CubaNet, the father confirmed that his mother found the girl and immediately took her to the hospital for a medical evaluation. Although he preferred not to give additional details, he expressed his relief at the outcome.
"Thank God, my mother found her in Marianao today. She has her and took her to the hospital for a medical examination," Hernández told the media.
The disappearance of Samantha had caused great concern among her family and friends, who had gone days without hearing from her or her mother, Yunisleydy García. According to Hernández, his mother and brother regularly delivered food and medicine to the girl, as she suffers from impetigo, a skin infection that has spread across her body, including her scalp.
The father explained that his last communication with García was on Monday when she mentioned her intention to take Samantha to the beach to help dry the wounds caused by the impetigo. However, since then, there had been no news, prompting the family to file a police report. According to posts by Hernández, the mother and her current partner were allegedly dealing with substance abuse issues, a matter highlighted by several social media profiles, including that of comedian Limay Blanco.
The lack of communication was further complicated by the fact that García's cellphone was broken, making the situation even more challenging. José frequently expressed his fear for his daughter's health due to the severity of the infection and the urgent need to confirm her well-being.
Fortunately, the girl is now under her grandmother's care and receiving medical attention to assess her health condition after days of uncertainty.
Key Questions About Samantha de la Caridad Hernández García's Case
In light of the recent discovery of Samantha de la Caridad Hernández García, many questions remain about the circumstances of her disappearance and recovery. Here are some frequently asked questions and their answers.
Where was Samantha de la Caridad Hernández García found?
She was found in Marianao, a municipality in Havana.
Who found Samantha and what was done immediately after?
Samantha was found by her paternal grandmother, who then took her to the hospital for a medical evaluation.
What health condition does Samantha suffer from?
Samantha suffers from impetigo, a skin infection that has spread across her body, including her scalp.