At least five individuals were arrested in an anti-drug operation conducted by the Ministry of the Interior (MININT) in Santiago de Cuba on Sunday morning.
The operation was reported by journalist Yosmany Mayeta, who detailed that the arrests followed a large military deployment around the U186 building in the Micro 9 neighborhood of the José Martí District.
A video released by the source shows at least six people being led out in handcuffs from a ground-floor apartment in the aforementioned building.
Regarding the drugs seized, Mayeta Labrada mentioned marijuana. It remains unclear if other substances were involved, including the feared synthetic drug commonly known as “the chemical,” which has been wreaking havoc among Cuban youth.
The source identified the owner of the implicated residence as “Dayron,” who in the published images appears to be the young man with yellow hair in handcuffs.
As of the closing of this report, neither the Ministry of the Interior nor any official sources have commented on the incident.
Key Details on the Santiago de Cuba Drug Bust
To provide further clarity on the recent anti-drug operation in Santiago de Cuba, here are some frequently asked questions and their answers.
Who conducted the drug operation in Santiago de Cuba?
The operation was carried out by the Ministry of the Interior (MININT).
How many people were arrested during the operation?
At least five individuals were arrested during the anti-drug operation.
What substances were seized in the operation?
The operation led to the seizure of marijuana. It is unclear if other substances were involved.