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A young motorist died Thursday night near Plaza Antonio Maceo in Santiago de Cuba, following a collision between a motorcycle and a pedicab that was requesting right of way to transport an underage girl who was under the influence of drugs.
According to local sources reported by journalist Yosmany Mayeta, the vehicle was requesting passage, but the driver was proceeding with the green light, and at that exact moment, they collided.
The young man, 30 years old and identified as Miguel Argüelles, is said to have died instantly after lying down on the street.
Argüelles was not the motorcycle driver. The driver of the lightweight vehicle fractured a leg, for which he underwent surgery, and also sustained head injuries.
The injured person is admitted to the Saturnino Lora Provincial Hospital.
"He was a young fighter. He traveled and bought a house in dalle 4 de Mariana de la Torre. This hurts me so much! The good ones are leaving," said a neighbor about the young deceased, who would have turned 31 years old on the upcoming April 27.
Not much information has come to light about the alleged young woman under the influence of pills who was in the rental vehicle.
Mayeta Labrada indicated that she would be 17 years old and is currently admitted to the Northern Children's Hospital, known as "La Ondi." So far, nothing is known about her health status or her identity.
In the comments section of the posts, dozens of internet users expressed their regret over what happened.
This accident has also raised alarms about the need for greater coordination and caution in urban traffic, especially when it comes to medical emergencies.
The right of way, haste, and the lack of clear protocols can turn an emergency into a tragedy.
As of the closing of this note, no further details about the tragic accident have been revealed.
Frequently asked questions about the tragic accident in Santiago de Cuba
What happened in the accident between the motorcycle and the pisicorre in Santiago de Cuba?
A young motorcyclist, Miguel Argüelles, died instantly after a collision between a motorcycle and an emergency transport vehicle carrying a minor who was under the influence of drugs in Santiago de Cuba.
What was the main cause of the accident?
The accident occurred when the ambulance was requesting a green light due to a medical emergency, but the driver had a green signal, and they collided at that moment.
What is known about the minor involved in the accident?
The 17-year-old girl was under the influence of drugs and was taken to the North Children's Hospital, known as "La Ondi." So far, no further information about her health status or identity has been disclosed.
What impact has this accident had on the community?
The accident has caused shock in the community of Santiago de Cuba, highlighting the need to improve coordination and caution in urban traffic, especially in medical emergency situations.
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