An open casket funeral is being held this Thursday at the home of Eliecer López Bravo, also known as "El Moro," who was fatally stabbed earlier today near his residence.
"It was very sad to see his son open the casket and lay on top of his father's body," said one of the attendees, as reported by journalist Yosmany Mayeta Labrada, who first broke the news of the tragic incident. A couple of photos shared by the reporter confirm this heart-wrenching scene, showing Eliecer's son lying in the casket with his father in a moment of sheer grief and despair.
"His son is in a terrible state over this situation; it's heartbreaking," the source added. "El Moro" is being mourned in his home on Madre Vieja Street, between Aguilera and Enramada, with the burial scheduled for 1:00 PM today.
Eliecer López Bravo was killed just a few blocks from the police station known as “La Motorizada.” A local resident noted that the assailant—whose identity has not been disclosed—was "on leave" and had been drinking with El Moro hours before the incident. A police officer in the area apprehended the killer, who allegedly attempted to attack the officer, prompting the use of pepper spray for self-defense.
The motives behind the stabbing, which left the victim with three fatal wounds—one in the eye, another in the neck, and the last in the lung—remain unknown. Previous images shared by Mayeta Labrada showed large bloodstains at the entrance of a house, blurred due to their graphic nature.
"El Moro had a past. It wasn't the best or the calmest, but he had left that life behind; he wasn't involved in anything anymore," lamented a source who knew the victim well. Neighbors confirmed that Eliecer López Bravo lost a significant amount of blood, and one resident urged for the area to be cleaned due to the foul odor.
In the comments section of the publication, dozens of people who knew the victim expressed their shock and sorrow over the crime and voiced concerns about a feared resurgence in violence in Cuba, despite a perceived decline in reports of violent incidents in recent weeks.
Details Surrounding the Tragic Death of Eliecer López Bravo
Below are some frequently asked questions regarding the tragic death of Eliecer López Bravo, also known as "El Moro," in Santiago de Cuba.
Who was Eliecer López Bravo?
Eliecer López Bravo, also known as "El Moro," was a resident of Santiago de Cuba who was fatally stabbed near his home.
What are the details of his funeral?
El Moro is being mourned in an open casket funeral at his home on Madre Vieja Street, with the burial scheduled for 1:00 PM today.
Who apprehended the suspect?
A police officer in the area arrested the assailant, who allegedly attempted to attack the officer, prompting the use of pepper spray for self-defense.
What are the known details of the attack?
Eliecer López Bravo was stabbed three times—once in the eye, once in the neck, and once in the lung. The motives behind the attack remain unknown.