A 15-year-old Cuban girl who had been missing since Friday in the province of Mayabeque has been found unharmed. However, details surrounding her return home remain scarce. The teenager, named Melani García Cintra, was reported missing by her family after she left for school and failed to come back.
Yenney Caballero, who had raised the alarm on Facebook, announced that Melani has been located and expressed gratitude to those who shared the case on social media. "I don't have many details, but she is fine," she stated.
Community's Role in Finding Melani
Melani is a student of Nursing in the municipality of San José de las Lajas and resides in the town of Sepultura, prior to reaching Arango. Yenney Caballero, an animal rights activist, had voiced her concern as Melani lives in an area dense with wilderness. "It's a long stretch to reach San José, spanning several kilometers," Caballero noted.
Growing Concerns Over Safety
Recently, with the rise of violence and crime in Cuba, reports of missing individuals have become all too common. Families, often desperate, turn to social media for assistance in locating their loved ones due to the negligence of the police and the absence of an official channel to make these cases visible.
Frequently Asked Questions About Missing Persons in Cuba
How was Melani García Cintra found?
Details about how Melani García Cintra was found have not been disclosed, but she is safe and in good health.
Why are there so many missing person reports in Cuba?
The increase in violence and crime in Cuba has led to frequent reports of missing persons. Families often resort to social media for help due to the lack of adequate response from police and the absence of an official reporting system.