Allegations of Brutal Killing of Well-Known Homeless Cuban in Mayabeque

Residents of San Nicolás de Bari in Mayabeque have reported the tragic death of a homeless Cuban man, known locally as Kalunga. It is alleged that he was viciously beaten to death. The independent outlet La Tijera described it as "an unprovoked and brutal murder." However, some acquaintances of the victim suggest that Kalunga had long suffered from seizures, often injuring himself during these episodes.

Kalunga was a familiar and colorful character in the community, having arrived 26 years ago from the eastern part of the island. According to reports, he was a harmless presence on the streets of the town. The same reports criticize the local police for their lack of action in investigating the true cause of his death.

A commenter on social media expressed their outrage, stating, "Such a heinous crime, I saw the deceased myself. The indignation I feel is overwhelming." Another person, identifying as a resident of San Nicolás, shared, "I heard he was beaten up from a post online, but I didn't know he had died. It's such an abuse."

The incident has sparked concern among social media users about the alarming rise in crime across Cuba, with the perceived sense of safety among citizens drastically declining. Just last week, a young woman named Elizabeth Ramírez was brutally murdered in Cacocum, Holguín, allegedly by a criminal. Additionally, in Havana, a man was found dead with a knife in his chest, seated in an armchair left on the street.