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A new act of vandalism shook the public transportation system in Havana early on Friday morning, when a bus on the P7 route was stoned in the Cotorro municipality.
The incident occurred at 4:25 am and caused damage to the glass of a left side window, according to the Provincial Transport Company of Havana, as reported on its page on Facebook.
The vehicle, identified as bus 725, was in service when it was attacked, forcing the driver to stop and go to the Police unit in Cotorro to file a report.
According to the post, the police authorities are investigating the incident together with the company.
In the statement, it was emphasized that collaboration with the community is essential to reducing these types of violent acts, which not only damage public property but also directly affect the mobility and safety of passengers.
For its part, the account on Facebook "Transportación Habana TH" described the event as a "sad incident" and urged the public to come together in denouncing and preventing these acts.
"We need more than just actions; we need change," the post stated.
Stone-throwing incidents at buses have become increasingly frequent amid the deterioration of the urban transportation system and rising social tension. Authorities have not provided details about potential suspects or motivations.
The company appealed to civic awareness, emphasizing that protecting public transportation is everyone's responsibility, and urged the public to report any suspicious behavior.
Last Saturday, during the early hours, a vehicle serving the confrontation on the P11 route was hit by stones, which resulted in the breaking of a passenger window after being struck by a rock.
Days earlier, another bus on the route 23 was also attacked near Fábrica Park while on its way from the Lawton terminal. On that occasion, the intervention of local residents and PNR agents led to the arrest of several alleged perpetrators.
Vandalism against public transportation puts passengers and workers in the sector at risk and exacerbates the already critical transportation situation in Havana, where the shortage of vehicles forces citizens to wait for hours to catch a bus. Additionally, it creates an atmosphere of fear and uncertainty in a population already struggling with daily hardships.
Despite the fact that the authorities have condemned these attacks and promised to strengthen surveillance, the incidents are occurring with alarming frequency.
Many citizens believe that these events are a direct reflection of the deterioration of living conditions, social frustration, and the lack of effective government responses to a transportation crisis that is worsening over time.
The reality is that traveling by bus in Havana has increasingly become an uncertain and dangerous experience.
Frequently asked questions about vandalism against public transportation in Havana
What happened to the bus on the P7 route in Havana?
The bus on route P7 was stoned in the Cotorro municipality during the early morning hours, causing damage to the glass of a left-side window. This incident is part of a series of recent vandalistic attacks against public transport in Havana.
How many incidents of bus rock-throwing have been reported recently in Havana?
In recent weeks, at least four incidents of stone-throwing at buses have been reported in Havana. These violent acts reflect the deterioration of the transportation system and the growing social tensions in the Cuban capital.
What is the response of the authorities to the vandalism against public transportation in Havana?
The authorities have condemned the attacks and promised to enhance surveillance, but the incidents are recurring with alarming frequency. The Provincial Transport Company of Havana emphasizes the need for citizen collaboration to report suspicious behavior and reduce these violent acts.
What impact do these vandalistic acts have on the population of Havana?
Vandalism against public transport endangers the safety of passengers and workers, worsening the critical situation of transportation in Havana. Additionally, it creates an atmosphere of fear and uncertainty in a population already affected by daily shortages.
What is the public's perception of the transportation situation in Havana?
Many citizens believe that the attacks are a reflection of the deterioration of living conditions and social frustration. The lack of effective government responses to the transportation crisis exacerbates the situation, making bus travel increasingly uncertain and dangerous.
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