MIAMI — Cubans in South Florida have been reacting to the news of former President of Cuba Raul Castro being indicted by the United States.
In South Florida, Café Versailles in Miami’s Little Havana neighborhood has been an unofficial headquarters for Cuban-Americans and Cuban exiles.
It was the scene of a massive series of demonstrations following the death of Fidel Castro.
One couple who came from Cuba to South Florida as children in 1961 spoke about what it would mean to see Raul Castro held accountable for his actions.
“I will be here celebrating that day, here at the Versailles, which is the historic capital of the exile people,” said Ana Maria Hernandez.
“I’m all for it,” added Luis Hernandez. “Especially because he’s the one that gave the order for the Brothers to the Rescue airplanes to be shot down. Two civil airplanes that were just trying to help people. He deserves the maximum penalty.”
Local 10 News has reached out to the Miami Police Department for information on whether they have a plan for any large gatherings or demonstrations that may occur in the coming hours and days.
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