Residents of Santiago de Cuba apprehended a thief who allegedly broke into a home on Aguilera Street on Saturday night. Independent journalist Yosmany Mayeta Labrada shared photos and videos on Facebook showing about twenty people gathered in front of the house, demanding that the police hand over the criminal so they could deliver their own justice.
It appears that the homeowners themselves were the ones who captured the intruder and called the police. According to Mayeta, the patrol arrived within minutes due to the proximity of the "La Motorizada" Police Unit. Before the officers could remove the criminal from the house, two officers had a brief altercation, complete with shoving, which caught the attention of all those present.
The thief, a young man in his twenties, was taken out of the house shirtless and quickly placed into the vehicle amidst the shouts and insults of the crowd. "These shouts have become very common lately due to the police's ineffectiveness in the city, where the criminal is seen back on the streets just days later," remarked the reporter.
It is noteworthy that the front of the house is fully barred, indicating that even such protective measures do not deter criminals in Cuba.
Thief Apprehension in Santiago de Cuba: Key Questions Answered
Here are some frequently asked questions regarding the recent incident involving a thief captured by residents in Santiago de Cuba:
Who captured the thief in Santiago de Cuba?
The residents of the home on Aguilera Street were the ones who apprehended the thief before calling the police.
How did the police respond to the incident?
The police arrived within minutes due to the close proximity of the "La Motorizada" Police Unit.
What was the reaction of the crowd?
The crowd shouted and insulted the thief as he was being taken away by the police, expressing their frustration with the perceived ineffectiveness of law enforcement.
Does the house have any protective measures?
Yes, the front of the house is fully barred, though this did not prevent the break-in.