In Santiago de Cuba, a group of residents took matters into their own hands by capturing a thief on the street. They tied his hands and kept him restrained while waiting for the authorities to arrive and make a formal arrest. This incident occurred on Friday in the Petrocasas neighborhood and was documented by a witness who shared photos with journalist Yosmany Mayeta.
"According to the individual who provided the images, this is not the first time this man has been apprehended by locals and handed over to the police, only to be released shortly after," Mayeta reported on his Facebook page. He urged his followers to disclose the criminal's name and his whereabouts.
Many commenters identified the man as Orlando Padilla Palacio, commonly known as Orlandito. They claimed he is an alcoholic with a long history of theft, fraud, and various other crimes in his community, particularly in the 13 de Agosto neighborhood, close to the Labiofam company and the Mariana Grajales amphitheater.
Increasingly, Cuban citizens are taking it upon themselves to detain thieves, a trend that is growing amidst the rise of crime and violence, highlighting the ineffective response by the police.
Understanding Street Justice in Cuba
Why are residents in Cuba detaining thieves themselves?
Residents are increasingly taking action against thieves due to the perceived inefficiency of the police in effectively addressing crime and violence.
Who is Orlando Padilla Palacio?
Orlando Padilla Palacio, also known as Orlandito, is identified by locals as a habitual criminal with a history of theft and fraud in the Santiago de Cuba area.