The murder of Elio Delis Hardy, a 31-year-old resident of Santiago de Cuba and father to a 6-year-old son, has sent shockwaves through the El Salao neighborhood in the Abel Santamaría district. Preliminary reports suggest the incident unfolded during a nighttime altercation that escalated to a deadly conclusion. The suspected perpetrator, identified as Bûby Mâløs Pâsøs, who goes by the nickname "Pin...g...ui," remains at large. Despite his fugitive status, he has conveyed his account of the events through an intermediary to independent journalist Yosmany Mayeta Labrada, claiming the act was one of "self-defense."
A close family member of the accused indicated that prior tensions existed between the two young men. Allegedly, Elio Delis Hardy attempted to swindle the accused over a phone and, on a separate occasion, tried to take a drink from him while he was having beer outside his home.
On the day of the tragic incident, the family member narrates that Elio made threatening gestures, touching his waist as if he were carrying a weapon, while the accused was occupied with adding credit to his phone. According to this account, a struggle ensued at the building's entrance, during which Elio purportedly brandished a knife that the accused managed to wrest from him, ultimately stabbing Elio in what is described as an act of "self-defense."
The family member emphasizes that it was a single stab wound and insists the accused "had no intention of killing him." In a message relayed to the journalist, the accused expressed remorse and acknowledged that he must face the consequences of his actions when the time comes.
"Pin...g...ui" lived with his family in Building 25 of Micro II and was known for supporting an incarcerated brother by bringing him food. It is also reported that he had plans to emigrate to the United States to join relatives, including his father and sister.
The accused has not yet decided whether he will surrender. Meanwhile, the Santiago community mourns the loss of a young father and grapples with the circumstances surrounding this case.
Key Questions About the Santiago de Cuba Murder Case
What led to the altercation between Elio Delis Hardy and the accused?
The altercation reportedly stemmed from previous conflicts, including an attempted swindle over a phone and a confrontation involving a drink, culminating in an encounter where Elio allegedly threatened the accused with a knife.
How has the accused explained his actions?
The accused claims he acted in self-defense after Elio attempted to attack him with a knife. He has expressed remorse and is aware that he will need to face the consequences of his actions.
What are the current actions of the accused?
Currently, the accused has not surrendered to authorities and remains at large, while expressing intentions of possibly relocating to the United States.