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A new act of vandalism shook Cuban railway transportation as a train was stoned at the Alquízar station in the Artemisa province.
A report shared by the Facebook profile Transportación Habana TH indicates that the incident occurred on July 10, when the train was stopped at the station, which allowed unknown individuals to throw stones at one of the passenger cars.
The images circulated on social media show the damage caused to a window. So far, no injuries have been reported.
This incident adds to a wave of attacks on trains and buses in the country, raising concerns among authorities and public outrage due to the already precarious state of the public transportation system.
In October 2024, the No. 13 train that covered the Havana-Guantánamo route was attacked with stones in Santiago de Cuba, between the municipalities of Mella and Baraguá. The incident caused panic among the passengers, although it was brought under control thanks to the police intervention on board.
On that occasion, the conductor of the affected train described the attack as "despicable" and expressed her regret over the fear experienced by the passengers. The director of the National Routes Agency, Orgiel Pérez Milanés, recalled a previous incident in which a girl was injured following a stone-throwing attack on another train heading to Santiago de Cuba.
The official emphasized that, beyond the material damage, this type of aggression directly impacts dozens of people, as each disabled vehicle leaves many passengers without service, including those with medical or family emergencies.
Attacks on the Havana-Bayamo train have also been reported in less than a year, with damage noted to the windows of seats 1 and 2 in car number two, as well as to the national train Havana-Holguín.
The Cuban Railways Union has reiterated that in response to these incidents, an immediate response protocol is activated, involving stations, railway police, and investigative bodies.
The buses in Havana have suffered acts of vandalism. In April, several vehicles were stoned on various routes of the capital during their regular trips.
The Minister of Transport, Eduardo Rodríguez Dávila, stated that the perpetrators of these attacks have the utmost condemnation from the Cuban people and "will face the penalties that such actions deserve."
Frequently Asked Questions about Attacks on Public Transport in Cuba
What happened at the Alquízar station with the Cuban train?
At the Alquízar station, a train was stoned by unknown individuals while it was stopped, causing material damage to a window, but no injuries were reported. This incident is part of a growing wave of vandalism against public transportation in Cuba.
How does vandalism affect the public transportation system in Cuba?
Vandalism severely affects the public transportation system in Cuba, as each attack causes damage that can render vehicles out of service, leading to delays and difficulties for passengers. The shortage of spare parts and resources exacerbates the situation, creating an atmosphere of fear and uncertainty.
What measures are the Cuban authorities taking to address the attacks on public transportation?
Cuban authorities have activated immediate response protocols that involve the stations, railway police, and investigative bodies. They have also called for citizen collaboration to report these acts and promised to strengthen surveillance.
What is the reaction of the Cuban population to the attacks on public transportation?
The Cuban population expresses outrage and concern over the attacks on public transport, as these acts worsen the already critical transportation situation in the country. Many citizens believe that these incidents reflect the deterioration of living conditions and the lack of effective responses from the government.
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