Dany Pérez Rodríguez (known as Dany Yarini), a victim of a violent attack in his home located in the Las Cañas neighborhood of Boyeros, Havana, has offered new statements on social media explaining the origin of the conflict. He emphasized that he is a simple and honest man. "I am a Cuban who fights, who has his own businesses. I am not a millionaire nor do I make thousands of pesos, but I manage to support my children. I am neither a criminal nor a murderer, as some have said on social media," he expressed.
In his statements, he alleges that the conflict's origin is related to a previous incident when the leader of the gang that attacked him entered his property a few days ago to steal bunches of bananas. Additionally, he denounced that this same individual robbed a neighbor's house, which triggered a fight in the neighborhood. Subsequently, the gang of this alleged thug tried to steal his motorcycle, and Dany struck the individual on the head.
The next day, the man, accompanied by his elderly father, showed up armed at Dany's house and began the attack in front of the victim's children. "He was telling his father to kill me," the affected man recounted.
"I don't want to resort to violence, because when I get violent, I get really bad," he said. However, he affirmed that if he is forced to defend himself again, he will do so without fear. "I believe in God and San Lázaro and see this as another proof of His existence because He saved my life. If I have to defend myself again, I will do so without any fear. This country is like this, it's every man for himself. It's like a jungle," he commented.
Dany regretted the injuries of the people involved in the attack, especially those of the elderly man, the father of his aggressor, but reaffirmed that he acted in defense of his family and what he has achieved with effort.
This case highlights the growing wave of violence in Cuba, where the lack of police action has led many to take justice into their own hands.
Understanding the Causes and Effects of Violence in Cuba
This section provides answers to some of the most common questions regarding the recent wave of violence in Cuba, as illustrated by the case of Dany Pérez Rodríguez.
What triggered the attack on Dany Pérez Rodríguez?
The attack on Dany Pérez Rodríguez was triggered by a previous incident where the leader of the gang that attacked him entered his property to steal bananas. This led to a series of events, including an attempted theft of Dany's motorcycle and a physical confrontation.
How did Dany respond to the attack?
Dany defended himself and his family during the attack. He has stated that while he doesn't want to resort to violence, he will do so again if necessary to protect his loved ones.
What does this incident reveal about the current situation in Cuba?
The incident highlights the increasing violence in Cuba and the lack of police action, which has led many citizens to take matters into their own hands to ensure their safety and justice.