The independent Cuban journalist Yosmany Mayeta Labrada has revealed the identity of a thief who was caught inside a home on Saturday night in the city of Santiago de Cuba.
According to Mayeta's Facebook post, the thief, who specializes in stealing phones, was fleeing across rooftops and was apprehended after falling into a house located on the central Aguilera Street, between Segunda and Tercera avenues, in the Santa Bárbara neighborhood.
The criminal has been identified as Ronald Saburen Guerrero, a resident of the El Cobre area. Images show that he is a young man. He was pulled shirtless by the police and quickly placed into a patrol car amid shouts from the crowd who had gathered at the scene, demanding the officers hand him over for "justice."
"These shouts are becoming increasingly frequent due to the poor effectiveness of the police in the city, where the criminal is often seen back on the streets just a few days later," the journalist commented in his initial post.
The perpetrator was taken to the "La Motorizada" police station, which is very close to the residence where he was caught. In the home's portal, two officers had a brief scuffle, complete with shoving, which drew the attention of onlookers.
It is noteworthy that the portal of the home is fully barred, indicating that even these measures do not deter criminals in Cuba.
Questions About Crime and Policing in Santiago de Cuba
Below are some frequently asked questions regarding the recent capture of a thief in Santiago de Cuba, as well as the broader issues of crime and police effectiveness in the city.
Who is Ronald Saburen Guerrero?
Ronald Saburen Guerrero is the young thief who was captured in Santiago de Cuba after falling into a house while fleeing across rooftops. He resides in the El Cobre area.
What measures were in place at the residence where the thief was caught?
The residence had a fully barred portal, which indicates that even such security measures are not enough to deter criminals in Cuba.
What is the public's reaction to the police's effectiveness in Santiago de Cuba?
The public's reaction has been one of frustration and anger, often calling for "justice" on the spot due to the police's perceived ineffectiveness, as criminals are frequently seen back on the streets shortly after being caught.