A newborn baby was found deceased, floating in Havana Bay, a tragic incident that authorities have yet to address. A photo and video of the infant, still attached to the placenta by the umbilical cord, have been circulating on social media. Given the minimal degree of decomposition, it appears the baby had not been in the water long before being discovered.
The baby’s body was spotted by people on the morning of June 6 near the San José Warehouses, a location known for its craft fair, as revealed to CiberCuba by Alain Paparazzi Cubano, who received the video from a young man. The infant, who might have been premature, could have been thrown directly into the bay or into a river or drainage system that led there.
The incident has sparked outrage among Cuban netizens. In recent years, there have been several cases of babies being abandoned by their mothers.
Questions and Concerns Regarding the Tragic Discovery in Havana Bay
The heartbreaking discovery of a newborn baby in Havana Bay has raised numerous questions and concerns. Here are some key points that readers might find relevant:
What is known about the condition of the baby when found?
The baby was found floating in Havana Bay with the placenta still attached to the umbilical cord, indicating it was a newborn. The minimal decomposition suggests it had not been in the water for an extended period.
Where exactly was the baby found?
The body was discovered near the San José Warehouses, an area known for its craft fair, in Havana Bay.
Have the authorities made any statements?
As of now, the authorities have not made any official statements regarding the incident.
What has been the public reaction?
The incident has caused significant outrage among Cuban netizens, highlighting concerns about abandoned babies, a troubling issue that has seen several cases in recent years.