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A young man was arrested this Sunday in Havana after engaging in a reckless act of misconduct by hanging onto a moving bus while wearing roller skates.
The incident occurred at night on the bus numbered 5469, when the young man was caught holding onto the back of the vehicle, reported the government-affiliated profile Transportación Habana TH on Facebook.
The bus crew acted quickly, managed to intercept him, and handed him over to the authorities at the Morro Cabaña Control Point, where his skates were confiscated and he was detained for processing.
This is the third incident of this kind faced by the same crew, which previously encountered a similar situation involving a minor aged between 8 and 10 years.
By frightening him with the possibility of being turned over to the police, the boy promised not to repeat the behavior and was released a few blocks later; however, since then, he has not been seen again by the team.
The situation has raised concerns among transport workers, who warn about the risks these actions pose both to the lives of those carrying them out and to the safety of the drivers.
"Our drivers go out to work every day and, due to acts like this, they could face serious and unfair consequences," stated the official profile that reported the incident.
Additionally, he called on citizens' awareness, especially parents, to pay attention to what their children are doing in public spaces: "Adrenaline can be dangerous and, as we have seen, it can have fatal consequences."
Last November, a bewildering video circulated on social media showing someone walking on the roof of a bus in Havana, specifically atop a bus on route 37.
In the images, dozens of people can be heard shouting at the individual to get down, while some merely recorded the incident.
A post from the Facebook group Transportación Habana TH specified that the unusual incident occurred on bus 5229 of the aforementioned route 37.
According to reports, "the small incident" occurred when a citizen who "was under the influence of drugs" climbed onto the bus.
On the other hand, in recent months, vandalism incidents against public transportation in Havana have increased, with several buses being targets of stone-throwing.
Frequently Asked Questions about Safety and Acts of Indiscipline in Public Transportation in Havana
What happened to the young man on skates who grabbed onto a bus in Havana?
A young man was arrested in Havana for hanging onto a moving bus while wearing skates. The incident happened on bus number 5469 and ended with the young man handed over to the authorities, who confiscated the skates for processing. Such actions pose a serious risk both to the individual involved and to the driver of the vehicle.
Why are these acts of indiscipline in public transportation dangerous?
These acts of indiscipline can have fatal consequences. Not only do they put the lives of those who commit them at risk, but they also affect the safety of drivers and passengers. Furthermore, they create concern among transportation workers and can lead to drivers facing unfair consequences for preventable accidents.
What measures are being taken to prevent acts of indiscipline and vandalism in transportation in Havana?
The authorities have called for civic awareness to prevent these acts. Parents are urged to monitor their children's actions in public spaces, and the general population is asked to report any suspicious behavior. Additionally, police intervention in cases of vandalism has been strengthened to identify and apprehend those responsible.
How does the public transportation situation affect safety in Havana?
The transportation crisis in Havana has increased insecurity and acts of vandalism. The lack of vehicles and long wait times create frustration among citizens, which, combined with poor state management, leads to situations of violence and vandalism that further worsen the conditions of public transport.
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