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A young Cuban woman living in the United States recently passed away in Texas after being involved in a traffic accident.
According to a fundraising campaign started to cover the costs of repatriating her grandfather's remains, who passed away on May 4, young Sheila Almenares was involved in a car accident in Waco, Texas, on May 2.
Medical reports revealed that the injuries sustained by Almenares in the accident were so severe that there were little to no hopes of survival.
Friends and acquaintances of Sheila expressed their shock at her passing through social media.
“I am very sad, we had already spoken about getting together and we couldn't. Sometimes life is very, very unfair,” wrote the internet user Jenni Moreno Ramírez.
In the same way, Surmaily Vinent Venero expressed that “there are no words or phrases of comfort,” and also mentioned having “many good memories.”
The circumstances surrounding Sheila's accident were not disclosed, while on the GoFundMe platform, the family wrote: “We are asking for everyone's prayers and would like to thank all those who shared their time with these two beautiful people. We are requesting donations to help with their funeral expenses and truly appreciate your support.”
This tragic event occurs just a few weeks after a Cuban teenager just 14 years old, originally from Sagua la Grande, Villa Clara, passed away in a tragic traffic accident in the city of Homestead, in Miami-Dade County, an incident that shocked the Cuban community in the country.
The minor had emigrated to the United States just nine months ago, according to a relative in a message sent to CiberCuba.
Also, the Cuban identified as Alexei Primelles Álvarez tragically passed away on his first day of work in Phoenix, Arizona, on April 27th.
Alexei, who had only been in the United States for eight months, had emigrated in search of a better future, like so many Cubans who leave the island due to precarious economic conditions, lack of job opportunities, and an uncertain social and political landscape.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cuban Traffic Accidents in the United States
Who was Sheila Almenares and what happened to her in Texas?
Sheila Almenares was a young Cuban resident in the United States who passed away in a traffic accident in Waco, Texas, on May 2. The injuries sustained in the accident were so severe that there was no hope of survival. Her death has caused shock among friends and family, who have expressed their grief on social media.
Why are fundraising campaigns being held for Sheila Almenares?
The family of Sheila Almenares has launched a fundraising campaign on GoFundMe to cover funeral expenses. The goal is to obtain financial support to cope with the high costs of funeral and repatriation services. This practice is common among families of Cuban migrants in the United States due to the lack of insurance or savings for emergencies.
What is the situation of traffic accidents involving Cubans in the United States?
Traffic accidents involving Cubans in the United States have been frequent and tragic lately. These incidents have left a trail of pain in the Cuban communities, which often resort to fundraising campaigns to repatriate bodies or cover funeral expenses, reflecting the economic struggles faced by migrants.
What other recent cases of traffic accidents involving Cubans in the U.S. have been reported?
In addition to the case of Sheila Almenares, other Cubans have lost their lives in traffic accidents in the United States recently. Examples include a 14-year-old teenager in Homestead, and Alexei Primelles Álvarez in Phoenix. These events have caused shock and have led communities to organize fundraising campaigns for the affected families.
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