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Two people riding a motorcycle were seriously injured on Saturday night after being struck by a car in the municipality of Colón, Matanzas.
Due to the severe collision, the occupants of the motorcycle sustained skull fractures and other serious injuries, prompting their transfer to a hospital, reported user Alex Ríos Cruz in the Facebook group "Accidents Buses & Trucks for More Experience and Fewer Victims!".
According to the report, "apparently the driver of the car was at fault and has been detained."
As of the time this note was published, the condition of the injured in the traffic accident remains unknown. This incident adds to a series of road accidents this week that have claimed several lives and left others injured.
Last Monday, a collision occurred on the Central Highway near the town of Bejuco in Las Tunas, resulting in a tragic outcome: a taxi and a rental car for tourism crashed head-on, igniting a fire in the latter. As a result, both occupants of the rental car and the taxi driver lost their lives.
A day later, a 14-year-old boy lost his life after being struck by a vehicle traveling at a speed exceeding the limit in a neighborhood of Songo-La Maya, in Santiago de Cuba. The driver fled the scene and did not provide assistance.
In the city of Camagüey, one person died and two others were injured when two motorcycles, speeding, collided with a car.
Two minors were injured on Thursday in an accident involving a scooter and an electric bicycle in Bayamo, Granma. In a similar incident reported on Friday on a busy avenue in Santiago de Cuba, a cyclist was also injured.
Frequently Asked Questions about Traffic Accidents in Cuba
What happened in the accident in Colón, Matanzas?
In Colón, Matanzas, a car struck a motorbike, resulting in serious injuries for both occupants of the motorcycle. They both suffered skull fractures and other injuries and were transported to a hospital for medical attention.
Who was pointed out as guilty in the accident in Colón?
According to a preliminary report, the driver of the car was apparently at fault for the accident in Colón, Matanzas, and has been detained by authorities to investigate their responsibility in the incident.
How has the frequency of traffic accidents in Cuba changed recently?
In recent weeks, there has been an increase in traffic accidents in Cuba, many of which have resulted in fatalities. These incidents have been attributed to driver negligence, poor road conditions, and a lack of vehicle maintenance.
What measures could improve road safety in Cuba?
Improving road education, regulating the use of vehicles by minors, and ensuring proper maintenance of roads and traffic lights are crucial measures for enhancing road safety in Cuba, in addition to promoting adherence to traffic regulations by drivers.
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