Yateras operation leaves 60 people detained over unauthorized mining
The operation took place in El Yarey; identities had not been officially confirmed, and some detainees could face proceedings.
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At least 60 people were detained during an operation against unauthorized mining in El Yarey, in the Yateras municipality of Guantánamo.
Images and testimony shared by members of the Yateras Social Policy group show numerous people in custody. The profile Guantánamo y su Verdad said Interior Ministry forces led the operation with participation from other agencies.
The identities and origins of all those involved had not been officially confirmed. Some could face proceedings for alleged soil contamination and disobedience; preventive measures for others would be assessed according to the circumstances of each case.