A 28-year-old man named Raciel Palacios from the Reparto Altamira area in Santiago de Cuba was stabbed on Tuesday night near a local bus stop. Local reporter Yosmany Mayeta shared on Facebook that Palacios, who is the father of a young girl, was rushed to Joaquín Castillo Duany Military Hospital with severe injuries.
According to reports, the young man is currently in the operating room. The reasons behind the stabbing remain unclear, as does the identity of the attacker. However, it has been mentioned that the alleged assailant is also a resident of the same area.
This attack is part of a series of recent violent incidents in Santiago de Cuba. Last Tuesday, a young teacher named Tatiana Alcolea was assaulted by her partner in the city, and another man was killed in a fight in Songo la Maya. Furthermore, in April this year, a foreigner was stabbed in Santiago de Cuba, allegedly during a robbery.
The Cuban regime has acknowledged the rise in crime on the island, which once prided itself on being a safe country.
Crime Surge in Santiago de Cuba: Key Questions Answered
Given the recent wave of violent incidents in Santiago de Cuba, many residents and observers have questions about the safety and underlying issues in the area. Here are some frequently asked questions and their answers.
What is the current condition of Raciel Palacios?
Raciel Palacios is currently in the operating room at Joaquín Castillo Duany Military Hospital, receiving treatment for his severe injuries.
Has the attacker been identified?
As of now, the identity of the attacker remains unknown. However, it is believed that the alleged assailant is also a resident of the same area in Santiago de Cuba.
What other recent violent incidents have occurred in Santiago de Cuba?
Recent incidents include the assault of a young teacher named Tatiana Alcolea by her partner, and the killing of a man in a fight in Songo la Maya. Additionally, a foreigner was stabbed in April during a robbery in Santiago de Cuba.