A traffic accident occurred this Monday in Santiago de Cuba when a private vehicle, popularly known as "máquina" or "almendrón," collided with a passenger transport bus at the intersection of Trocha and Santo Tomás streets, near the well-known Cafetería La Pelota.
Independent journalist Yosmany Mayeta received images and direct testimonies about this case. The impact caused material damage to both vehicles, but no injuries or fatalities were reported.
So far, it has not been determined which driver was responsible for the crash. Local authorities have not yet issued an official statement.
The area where the accident occurred is a very busy zone in the city of Santiago de Cuba, which caught the attention of several curious Cubans. Despite the magnitude of the collision, there were no major damages.
This type of incident is common on the road network in Cuba, where the deterioration of the infrastructure, combined with the poor condition of many old vehicles still in circulation, increases the risk of accidents.
On September 2, 2024, a tragic accident in Santiago de Cuba claimed the life of a five-year-old boy when a motorcyclist, allegedly under the influence of alcohol, crashed into a bridge.
This incident was followed by another on September 16, where a young woman was injured in a collision between a motorcycle and a truck, highlighting the disrespect for traffic signs in the city.
On September 23, a collision between two motorcycles on the National Highway near Santiago de Cuba left three people injured, including a young man who required surgery. Local authorities are still investigating the cause of the crash.
These incidents highlight the growing road insecurity in Santiago and the need for greater caution on the roads.
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