A Cuban bus driver was tragically killed in Bayamo, a municipality in Granma Province, during an attempted robbery. The victim, Antonio Díaz Méndez, was fatally stabbed by an unknown assailant while waiting for transportation to work at a bus stop in the Rosa La Bayamesa neighborhood.
Díaz Méndez tried to defend himself with a money box he had on hand, but the injuries proved to be fatal, according to social media accounts. Security guards who witnessed the February 14 attack rushed to his aid and transported him to a local hospital. Unfortunately, the lack of necessary medical resources exacerbated his condition, as revealed in a Facebook group post titled "Desaparecidos dentro de Cuba Somos tu voz."
He underwent surgery three times, according to a family member's social media post. Despite his family's efforts to secure medications independently, Díaz Méndez did not survive.
"This man fought for his life. He is my cousin, Antonio Díaz Méndez. He has just died from three wounds inflicted by murderous individuals who attacked him to steal his belongings," wrote his cousin, Jorge Díaz Domínguez, on Facebook. "How long will this violence continue? Rest in peace, may God hold him in glory. My condolences to his family, friends, and loved ones," he added.
As of now, the perpetrators have not been identified, and the family fears the crime may go unpunished. This murder adds to a disturbing rise in violence in Cuba, as criticism of the authorities' inaction grows.
At the time of this report, no further details about the tragic incident have been released.
Frequently Asked Questions about Violence in Cuba
What happened to Antonio Díaz Méndez?
Antonio Díaz Méndez, a bus driver, was fatally stabbed during an attempted robbery while waiting for transportation to work in Bayamo, Granma Province.
Have the attackers been identified?
No, the attackers have not been identified, and there are concerns that the crime may go unpunished.
How did the lack of medical resources affect Díaz Méndez's condition?
The lack of necessary medical resources at the local hospital worsened his condition, despite undergoing three surgeries.