Customs officers at Havana's José Martí airport found cannabis buds, hashish-infused products and drug-use items on a passenger, according to CubaHeadlines. The traveller was reported to be heading to Panama. A senior customs official confirmed the incident publicly.
The passenger reportedly said they were a user, and authorities say they are applying Cuban law. Customs described a zero-tolerance approach to trafficking, possession and promotion. The article says similar finds have become more frequent in recent months. It does not name the passenger, state a nationality or report charges.
Why it matters: The report gives no information on what happens to the passenger under Cuban law. A traveller who describes themselves as a user can still face action at the airport.
Source: CubaHeadlines, 2025-11-25. Forgotten Prisoner's account is based on this reporting. An arrest or charge is not proof of guilt.