An elderly woman reportedly took the life of a man in San Miguel del Padrón, Havana, allegedly due to an unpaid debt. This tragic incident unfolded on Thursday, February 20, on San Ramón Street in the Jacomino neighborhood.
The victim, known as Alejandro, was fatally stabbed twice by 69-year-old Miriam Rondón, a well-known moneylender in the area. According to the Facebook page "Reporte Cuba Ya," sources close to the scene revealed that Alejandro owed Miriam 400,000 Cuban pesos. In a twist of fate, when he attempted to repay the debt, Miriam allegedly attacked him lethally. Alejandro also had a history of minor offenses.
A video circulating on social media captures the tense moment of Miriam's arrest. It shows angry neighbors gathering outside her residence, shouting "murderer!" as police escorted her swiftly into a patrol car to prevent any attempts at vigilante justice.
The Internet has been flooded with messages of grief and outrage over this shocking murder. Additional testimonies suggest that Miriam has a violent past, including several instances of violent crimes and bloodshed.
As of now, no official media in Cuba has picked up on this alarming story.
Key Details Surrounding the San Miguel del Padrón Incident
What was the motive behind the stabbing?
The stabbing was allegedly motivated by an unpaid debt of 400,000 Cuban pesos that Alejandro owed to Miriam Rondón.
How did the community react to the incident?
The community reacted with outrage, gathering outside Miriam's house and shouting "murderer" as police escorted her away to prevent mob justice.
Has the incident been covered by official media?
As of now, the incident has not been reported by any official Cuban media outlets.