A serious accident occurred on Monday night in the town of Loma de Tierra, in the municipality of Cotorro, when a police patrol collided with a car and two motorcycles, leaving two injured with serious injuries.
The incident occurred around 10:35 p.m., and according to the internet user who shared images in the Facebook group Accidents Buses & Trucks, the officers driving the patrol were under the influence of alcohol.
"The police car was traveling at 80 km/h, first colliding with the car that was correctly following its lane and then crashing into the two motorcycles that were also riding correctly, one behind the other. And yes, there were injuries", specified in the comments section of his post, Reynaldo Gabriel Fereira Prieto, the author of the photos shared on social media.
The occupants of the motorcycles sustained multiple fractures and severe disfigurements.
They were transferred to the Guard Corps of the Miguel Enríquez Hospital (La Benéfica) in Havana, where -according to the news portal La Tijera- they have not received the necessary medical attention due to a lack of beds, swabs, and antibacterial ointments.
The journalist Yosmany Mayeta, for his part, shared a video on Facebook that shows the severity of the accident scene.
The case has sparked outrage on social media, where many have criticized the impunity with which the police forces act in Cuba.
"Now, who pays for the damages? It stayed that way because they are the ones in charge. If it were the other way around, they would even jail the drivers," commented a user.
Another added: "Corruption, disrespect, and social disorder reign in Cuba. Those henchmen get drunk and destroy patrol cars that are worth more than three ambulances."
Concern was also expressed about the possibility that the involved agents may not be sanctioned: "I hope the patrol driver pays for it and does not go unpunished for drinking and driving," wrote a user.
"We all know that now they will try to find a way to blame the civilians." "Do what I say, not what I do. That's how it is." "This is terrible, family. How much longer are we going to endure?" were other comments.
So far, no official statements have been made regarding the accident.
Accidents in Cuba
Recently, Eduardo Rodríguez Dávila, Minister of Transport, reported on Facebook that by the end of January, there were 87 fewer accidents (422) and two fewer injuries (552) compared to the same period in 2024.
However, the number of fatalities increased, reaching 65 deaths, six more than in the same period of 2024.
The most common type of accident continues to be collisions between vehicles, with 260 cases, 28 fatalities, and 226 injuries.
They are followed by rollovers, with 67 accidents, 13 fatalities, and 125 injuries; as well as pedestrian accidents with 66 incidents, 9 deaths, and 63 injuries.
On average, two accidents occur every day in the country, and every six days, a person dies as a result, mainly in urban areas of Havana, Holguín, and Santiago de Cuba.
In addition, during January, five serious accidents were reported, resulting in 19 fatalities and 173 injuries, the majority of which involved young people aged between 21 and 35 years, making up 30%, and minors under 18 years, accounting for 10%.
According to the minister, it is noteworthy that 80% of these accidents occurred in rural areas, on well-maintained roads, and under favorable weather conditions, which reinforces the hypothesis that human factors are the primary catalyst.
Rodríguez emphasized that the human factor remains the main cause of accidents in Cuba, with alarming figures: 92% of accidents, 98% of deaths, and 91% of injuries.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Multiple Accident in Havana
What caused the multiple-vehicle accident in Havana?
The accident was caused by a police patrol that collided with a car and two motorcycles. According to witnesses, the officers driving the patrol were under the influence of alcohol and traveling at high speed, which led to the collision in the area of Loma de Tierra, a municipality in Cotorro.
What were the consequences of the accident in Havana?
The accident left two people injured with serious injuries. The occupants of the motorcycles suffered multiple fractures and severe disfigurements, and were taken to Miguel Enríquez Hospital in Havana. However, it has been reported that they have not received the necessary medical attention due to a lack of essential supplies at the hospital.
What has been the public's reaction to the accident involving the patrol in Havana?
The accident has generated outrage on social media. Many users have criticized the impunity with which law enforcement operates in Cuba, expressing their concern that the officers involved will not face consequences. Criticism also focuses on corruption, disrespect, and the prevailing social disorder in the country.
What is the current situation of traffic accidents in Cuba?
The situation of traffic accidents in Cuba is alarming. According to data from the Ministry of Transport, collisions between vehicles are the most common type of accident, followed by rollovers and pedestrian fatalities. Although the number of accidents has decreased slightly, the figure for fatalities has increased, highlighting the importance of human factors as the primary cause of these incidents.
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