An individual has been taken into custody and charged with physically assaulting a police sector chief in Calixto García, a municipality in Holguín. The man has been identified as Ernesto del Valle Almaguer.
The incident, which was reported on the Facebook page Cazador-Cazado—linked to the Ministry of the Interior—occurred when the officer reprimanded Del Valle for disturbing the peace. In response, Del Valle allegedly attacked the officer "with his fists." Although the officer did not sustain any injuries, the attack has been classified as an assault on authority, a crime that carries significant penalties under Cuban law.
Understanding Assault on Authority in Cuba
What are the consequences of assaulting a police officer in Cuba?
In Cuba, assaulting a police officer is considered a serious crime and is punished severely under the law. Penalties can include lengthy prison sentences.
How does the Cuban legal system view attacks on authority?
The Cuban legal system treats attacks on authority as grave offenses. Such actions are seen as threats to public order and state security, warranting strict legal action.