In the early hours of January 15, three masked thieves broke into a private business in Mayarí, Holguín, while the family was asleep. They made off with items valued at three million pesos. This incident was reported on Facebook by official communicator Emilio Rodríguez Pupo.
Rodríguez Pupo detailed that the criminals forcibly entered the private enterprise located at Martí Street, number 64, within the mentioned Holguín municipality. Thanks to "a dynamic investigative process," most of the stolen goods were recovered and returned to their lawful owners, identified as Juan Carlos Grau Ávila and his family.
The stolen merchandise primarily included clothing, sandals, and various other items, as evidenced by several photos shared by the source. Rodríguez Pupo emphasized that "timely reporting and public cooperation aided the DTI investigators," but he did not provide further details on the incident or the identities of the masked suspects, who have reportedly been apprehended.
As of this report, no additional details regarding the case have been released. In recent years, coinciding with Cuba's escalating economic crisis, thefts have surged across the nation, targeting both individuals and state entities. Official sources periodically highlight resolved criminal cases on social media—be they thefts or violent crimes—to showcase the authorities' efforts in tackling the rising crime rates.
Nevertheless, numerous citizens continue to express frustration over what they perceive as the authorities' inaction against thefts and other criminal activities.
Frequently Asked Questions about Crime in Cuba
How common are thefts in Cuba?
Thefts have become increasingly common in Cuba, particularly in recent years as the country's economic crisis has deepened.
What measures are authorities taking against crime?
Authorities often publicize resolutions of criminal cases to demonstrate their commitment to addressing crime, though many citizens still criticize their response as inadequate.