The University of Matanzas mourned the loss of Daylín Sanchez Luis, a 20-year-old third-year law student who was tragically killed on Saturday by a hit-and-run driver.
"To the family, friends, and professors of Daylín Sánchez Luis: In this moment of deep sorrow, the university community of Matanzas expresses its heartfelt condolences and mourns the loss of Daylín, a third-year Law student at our esteemed institution. Her memory and legacy will always live in our hearts," wrote the university on Facebook.
"May all loved ones find solace in the shared memories and in the love that will always unite them," they added.
The remains of the young woman were buried this week in the municipality of Jagüey Grande, where she was originally from.
According to a post made in a Facebook group, the young woman was reportedly run over by a driver operating a rental car that has already been identified and arrested by the police. "Daylín Sanchez Luis [Cucusita or Cuqui] was buried this morning in Jagüey Grande, her hometown. The family is understandably devastated, and among schoolmates and neighbors at the cemetery, it was mentioned, as I’ve heard, that the driver of the tour bus who hit her is now in police custody. Let us pray to God for justice to be served," the post states.
Daylín Sánchez Luis was on a scholarship in Matanzas and did not travel to her hometown every weekend due to transportation issues.
However, on November 30, she went out with the intention of waiting for public transportation outside the venue, but was struck by a car.
His body was found lifeless and with clear signs of having been struck by a vehicle on a nearby road that remained dark due to a power outage.
According to Lachy Félix Marrero Hernández, the driver who claimed to have found the young woman's body, the discovery occurred around 6:35 p.m.
According to his account, published in the Facebook group "Automobile Accidents in Cuba," Marrero Hernández stopped his vehicle after being alerted by his passengers about the presence of a person lying on the road.
Upon approaching, he found that the young woman no longer had vital signs. He immediately notified the authorities and stayed at the scene until the arrival of the emergency services and the police.
There were broken glass pieces from the purported car lantern, along with plastic fragments that likely came from the car's bumper or front section.
According to other reports, the young woman did not have any personal identification documents on her at the time of the incident, only her cellphone, which was broken due to the impact of the accident.
Finally, on Sunday, December 1, around 5:00 p.m., university professors and family members were able to identify his body.
The tragic incident has reignited the debate over road safety conditions in Cuba, particularly in poorly lit areas.
Sánchez's case also highlights the issue of hit-and-run incidents in Cuba, a growing problem that has claimed several lives and is leaving a trail of impunity in some instances.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hit-and-Run Incidents in Matanzas
Who was Daylín Sánchez Luis?
Daylín Sánchez Luis was a 20-year-old young woman, a third-year Law student at the University of Matanzas. She was originally from the municipality of Jagüey Grande and had received a scholarship to study in Matanzas due to transportation difficulties.
How did the accident that caused his death happen?
Daylín was struck by a rental car while waiting for public transport on a dimly lit road near the University of Matanzas. The driver fled the scene after the accident.
What are the community's reactions to the hit-and-run?
The university community and social media users have expressed their outrage. They have conveyed their sorrow over the loss of Daylín and have called for justice to ensure that those responsible are found and appropriately prosecuted.
What has happened to the driver of the vehicle that hit Daylín Sánchez?
According to comments on social media, the driver is now in police custody. However, this information has not been officially confirmed, and no details have been provided regarding the legal proceedings against him.
What issue does this accident highlight in Cuba?
The case highlights the serious issue of hit-and-run incidents in Cuba, particularly in poorly lit areas with heavy pedestrian traffic, which has created a pattern of impunity in many similar cases.
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