A Cuban mother has taken to social media in a desperate effort to locate her missing son. On Thursday, Maritza Llerena Martínez reached out to the community through a Facebook post, pleading for any information that could lead to his whereabouts.
"Please, if anyone has seen him or does see him, call 55690181—a desperate mother is asking," she wrote in the comments section of her post. So far, she has not provided additional details about the disappearance. However, commenters identified the missing man as Renier.
The uncertainty and lack of information have sparked concern among family and friends. It is hoped that by spreading the word, new leads will emerge to help locate him. This case adds to a growing list of recent disappearances in Cuba that have alarmed the public.
Recently, Cuban families have turned to social media to solicit help in finding their loved ones. Earlier in January, the family of Daniel Cuesta Velázquez sought assistance to find the young man who went missing in Havana after leaving home to report to his military service. Fortunately, Daniel was found days later and returned home safely.
In December 2024, another young Cuban was missing for 15 days after failing to return home following an authorized leave from military service in Havana. Thanks to the visibility his case gained on social media and community support, he was discovered wandering in a park.
Around the same time, 67-year-old Cuban woman Felicia Gómez Díaz disappeared in Trinidad after leaving home to tend to her livestock. Her family also appealed on social media for any information that could lead to her being found.
These incidents have driven numerous families to rely on social media as a tool to search for their missing loved ones due to the absence of effective official channels. Public solidarity and the sharing of information on digital platforms have been essential in locating people who have gone missing.
Addressing Disappearances in Cuba
What role does social media play in finding missing persons in Cuba?
Social media has become a crucial tool for Cuban families searching for missing loved ones, providing a platform for sharing information and garnering public support.
Why are families in Cuba turning to social media?
Many families resort to social media due to the lack of effective official channels for locating missing persons, making it a vital resource for community-driven search efforts.