Politics Local February 26, 2025

Activist Lara Crofs Detained in Havana

Activist Yamilka Lafita Cancio, known as Lara Crofs, was detained in Havana near the U.S. Interests Section. A reporter witnessed the event.


Activist Lara Crofs Detained in Havana

This morning in Havana, activist Yamilka Lafita Cancio, also known as Lara Crofs, was detained near the United States Interests Section. The events took place while she was sitting in a café in the vicinity of the building.

The detention of Lara Crofs was witnessed by a reporter from Cubanet, who reported that the activist was arrested and taken away in Patrol 255. This incident has raised concerns in the local community and sparked debates about freedom of expression and the rights of activists in Cuba.

According to witnesses, Lara Crofs was at the location with other activists when she was approached by the authorities, who proceeded with her detention without providing clear explanations for the reasons.

In response to the detention of Lara Crofs, various organizations have expressed their solidarity with the activist and demanded her immediate release. More details about this incident are expected to be revealed in the coming hours, and the circumstances leading to Yamilka Lafita Cancio's detention are hoped to be clarified.