Woman Protests After Attempted Femicide, Ex-Partner Released on Bail

A woman named Ana Francisca Cabrera staged a protest outside the Santo Domingo Este Prosecutor's Office on Monday, May 19, 2025. She is seeking justice for an alleged attempted femicide by her ex-partner, Miguel Alcenio Plaza. Despite the severity of the accusations, Plaza was released on bail. Cabrera states that Plaza's actions were a "premeditated accident." She spent 14 days in intensive care following the attack. The protest included other women who have experienced gender-based violence. Cabrera's emotional testimony highlights the need for stronger protections for victims of domestic violence in the Dominican Republic. The case underscores the ongoing struggle for justice and safety for women facing such threats.