A man accused of defrauding four residents of the Artemisa province for more than two million Cuban pesos has been arrested in Colón, Matanzas, according to sources linked to the Ministry of the Interior (Minint).
The suspect allegedly carried out the scams in the municipalities of Guanajay and Artemisa. While authorities have not disclosed his specific tactics, the arrest followed an “intensive search” by Minint officials working alongside civilians.
Although the man’s identity was not officially released, social media users recognized his image from official posts and identified him as a former pre-university mathematics teacher. He is now set to face criminal charges for the fraud.
Authorities are urging the public to come forward with any other cases of similar scams.
A Growing Problem in Cuba
Scams—particularly those involving digital platforms—have become increasingly common in Cuba. Criminals use tactics ranging from counterfeit cash to identity theft and social media fraud. The expansion of mobile phone usage and state-run online payment systems has created new avenues for exploitation.
Cuban authorities are regularly issuing alerts about these growing financial threats. A recent case involved a resident in Taguasco, Sancti Spíritus, who lost 230,000 pesos after identity theft. The suspects were later arrested in Holguín, and the funds were recovered.
This surge in fraudulent activity underscores Cuba’s digital vulnerabilities and the urgent need for stronger prevention mechanisms.
