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Murder of Cuban Professor and Nurse Shocks Granma Community

Saturday, June 29, 2024 by Christopher Ramirez

Murder of Cuban Professor and Nurse Shocks Granma Community
Carlos Maximiliano Fernández Mesa - Image © University of Medical Sciences of Granma / Facebook

A horrific crime has shaken the city of Manzanillo, Granma, where a well-known professor from the University of Medical Sciences was murdered inside his own home. Carlos Maximiliano Fernández Mesa, a methodologist for the Nursing program, was reportedly killed last Thursday around 7:00 pm.

According to the outlet Cubanos por el Mundo, Fernández Mesa was found with multiple facial injuries and his dog was discovered hanged in the bathroom. The source providing this information, who chose to remain anonymous, revealed that a neighbor allegedly saw a tall Black man leaving the residence.

"Additionally, it emerged that the victim was gay, and this might potentially be a crime of passion," the report adds.

As of now, neither the authorities nor the state-run media have commented on this murder. The University of Medical Sciences of Granma announced the professor's death but did not disclose the cause, merely referring to it as a "sudden passing."

"Professor Fernández Mesa was known for his dedication to teaching and his commitment to training health professionals. His role as a methodologist in the Nursing program was crucial to the educational quality of our institution. His dedication, knowledge, and passion for his work left an indelible mark on our university community," the institution stated on Facebook.

"His departure leaves a void in our institution, but his legacy of dedication and commitment will continue to inspire future generations of health professionals," they added.

Hundreds of individuals mourned the passing of this health and teaching professional, praising his dedication to his work and his virtues as a human being.

Details Surrounding the Murder of Professor Fernández Mesa

In light of the shocking murder of Professor Carlos Maximiliano Fernández Mesa, there are several questions the public is asking to understand the tragic event better.

Who was Carlos Maximiliano Fernández Mesa?

Carlos Maximiliano Fernández Mesa was a methodologist for the Nursing program at the University of Medical Sciences in Granma. He was known for his dedication to teaching and his commitment to the education of health professionals.

What are the details of the crime scene?

Fernández Mesa was found with several facial injuries, and his dog was hanged in the bathroom. A neighbor reportedly saw a tall Black man leaving the residence around the time of the incident.

Have the authorities commented on the case?

As of now, neither the authorities nor the state-run media have made any statements regarding the murder of Carlos Maximiliano Fernández Mesa.

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