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A 16-year-old teenager, identified as Michel Cruz Aguiar and affectionately known as “Michelín,” sadly lost his life this Tuesday in Matanzas after a metal goalpost fell on him while he was playing soccer at the Ateneo Aurelio Janet sports field.
The incident occurred in the morning, when the structure, apparently unstable for some time, suddenly collapsed and struck him directly on the head. The young man was rushed to the Carlos Verdugos Polyclinic, located just a few meters away, but he arrived already without vital signs.
The news shocked the community and sparked a wave of heartfelt messages on social media. His friends and teachers paid tribute to him on the children's field "La Estándar", as that soccer field is commonly known.
The signs of grief were particularly felt at her school. Her elementary school teacher, Mary Vidal, expressed a heartfelt message as she bid him farewell.
I don't think I'll see the sun for many days. I just lost my beautiful boy (...) I told you that on Sunday I would cover your notebooks like every year to start school. I can't imagine that when I leave in the morning for my school, I won't see you running to avoid being late for yours,” she wrote in a heartbreaking message.
During the tribute held on the afternoon of this Wednesday, Michel's friends hung photos of the young man and left bouquets of flowers to honor his memory. Vidal was present and expressed that he would always keep the memory of his former student alive.
The tragedy has rekindled anger over the lack of maintenance and safety in the city's sports facilities.
Social media users have demanded accountability, pointing out that the Ateneo field does not meet the conditions to be used.
Michelín was an only child, and just a year ago, his mother was celebrating his 15th birthday. "I promise to take care of your mom as always, and I will help make that little house where you are look nice, just like I did for your grandmother Nereyda, who is watching over you," said the teacher, who considers herself a second grandmother to the teenager.
Among the thousands of people who have joined in with affectionate comments, many remember Michel as a cheerful, well-mannered, and responsible young man.
Frequently Asked Questions about the tragedy at the football field in Matanzas
What happened to the teenager Michel Cruz Aguiar in Matanzas?
Michel Cruz Aguiar, a 16-year-old teenager, died after a metal goalpost fell on him while he was playing soccer at the Ateneo Aurelio Janet sports field in Matanzas. The structure, which appeared to be unstable, collapsed and struck him directly on the head.
What have been the reactions of the community following Michel's death?
The death of Michel Cruz Aguiar has deeply shocked the community of Matanzas. Friends, teachers, and neighbors have expressed their grief and paid tribute to the young man on social media and at the field where he played. Additionally, there has been strong outrage over the lack of maintenance and safety in the sports facilities.
What security measures were lacking at the Ateneo Aurelio Janet sports field?
Users on social media and witnesses have pointed out that the Ateneo field did not meet the necessary safety conditions due to the instability of the metal goals. The tragedy has reignited calls for improvements in the safety of sports facilities in the city.
Who has been held responsible for the accident in Matanzas?
So far, no specific individuals have been officially held accountable for the accident. However, the community has demanded that the sports authorities in Matanzas take responsibility for the poor conditions of the sports field.
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