Vandalism at Cuban Exile Organization in Miami Sparks Outrage
Statue of José Martí Found Damaged in Miami
A serious incident of vandalism has been reported in Miami, targeting the Municipalities of Cuba in Exilee (Municipios de Cuba en el Exilio) organization. The attack involved the destruction of a statue of José Martí, a Cuban writer and national hero. Martí is renowned for his role in securing Cuba’s independence from Spain.
Details of the Incident
According to reports, the vandalism occurred on Tuesday, with the statue of Martí found broken and lying on the floor. The incident is believed to have taken place outside the Municipalities of Cuba in Exile office at 4610 NW 7th Street. The statue was removed from the top of a monument, which also sustained significant damage.
Reactions and Condemnations
U.S. Rep. Carlos A. Giménez promptly condemned the attack, tweeting, "I FULLY CONDEMN THE PATHETIC, HATEFUL ATTACK AGAINST OUR CUBAN EXILE COMMUNITY IN MIAMI. THOSE RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS REPREHENSIBLE CRIME MUST BE BROUGHT TO JUSTICE!"
Giménez added that the attack was a "profound act of hatred towards the civil and patriotic organizations that are legally established in this exile community and particularly our organization that was established in 1963."
No Further Leads on the Investigation
The Miami police reported the incident on Thursday at around 10:17 a.m. However, no further information has been released by the authorities regarding the investigation into the vandalism.
Conclusion
The incident has sparked outrage in the Cuban exile community, with many condemning the attack as a hate crime. The Municipalities of Cuba in Exile organization has also strongly condemned the vandalism, emphasizing that it was a "serious act of hatred." The community is waiting for justice to be served, with hopes that those responsible for the attack will be held accountable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What happened to the statue of José Martí?
A: The statue was found broken and lying on the floor outside the Municipalities of Cuba in Exile office.
Q: Who condemned the attack?
A: U.S. Rep. Carlos A. Giménez and the Municipalities of Cuba in Exile organization both strongly condemned the attack.
Q: Is the police investigating the incident?
A: Yes, the Miami police reported the incident on Thursday, but no further information has been released regarding the investigation.
Q: Is the attack considered a hate crime?
A: The Municipalities of Cuba in Exile organization has described the attack as a "serious act of hatred," but it is unclear if the police have officially classified it as a hate crime.
