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A man lost his life in Havana after being struck this Saturday by a state truck while traveling in a bicycle taxi, according to witnesses of the accident.
According to what has been reported in the Facebook group "ACCIDENTES BUSES & CAMIONES por más experiencia y menos víctimas!", on the road of the José Antonio Echeverría Technological University (Cujae), in the Varona area, when the truck was traveling at high speed and ended up colliding with the bicitaxi that was moving in its lane towards the victim's home.
The collision was so severe that the heavy vehicle drove over the bicitaxi, resulting in the immediate death of the occupant, as confirmed by relatives of the person in the post.
"He took off down Varona at full speed, and the guy on the bike taxi was coming down his path towards his house and clearly took him away," expressed a witness.
Neighbors and acquaintances of the victim confirmed what had happened and expressed their dismay at the tragedy.
So far, no official details have been provided regarding the causes of the accident or potential legal responsibilities, but the community is calling for greater traffic control and preventive measures to avoid similar incidents.
Last month, a 69-year-old man died in broad daylight in Camagüey while riding a bike taxi under the intense sun, according to a report by the Cuban Observatory of Human Rights (OCDH) on their social media.
Additionally, a traffic accident that occurred on the Moa-Baracoa road, near the Ernesto Guevara Factory, resulted in seven people injured, including a woman who is in critical condition.
The incident involved a Diana bus belonging to the Municipal Transport Company of Moa and an electric bicycle.
In Matanzas, a cyclist died after being hit by a car on the stretch of the National Highway that passes through Matanzas, near Jagüey Grande.
The fatal traffic accident occurred at kilometer 142 of the country's main highway, when the cyclist was attempting to cross from Jagüey Grande to Australia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Traffic Accidents in Cuba
How did the accident that resulted in the death of a Cuban in Havana occur?
The accident occurred when a tanker truck collided with a bicycle taxi in which the victim was traveling, on the road of the Technological University of Havana. The impact was so severe that the truck ran over the bicycle taxi, resulting in the immediate death of the occupant.
What measures do citizens demand to prevent traffic accidents in Cuba?
In light of the high incidence of accidents, the community demands greater traffic control and preventive measures to avoid similar tragedies. This includes better maintenance of roads, proper signage, and increased enforcement of traffic regulations.
What is the main cause of traffic accidents in Cuba?
The human factor is the main cause of accidents in Cuba, accounting for 92% of accidents, 98% of fatalities, and 91% of injuries. This includes lack of attention while driving and disregard for traffic regulations.
What other types of accidents are common in Cuba?
The most common types of accidents in Cuba are collisions between vehicles, followed by rollovers and pedestrian accidents. On average, two pedestrian accidents occur each day, and these incidents are particularly frequent in urban areas of Havana, Holguín, and Santiago de Cuba.
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