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A new fatality has been added to the tragic accident that occurred in the Jamaica community, Manuel Tames municipality, Guantánamo: the girl who had been in critical condition since August passed away this Friday, confirmed relatives and neighbors on social media.
The minor was the daughter of Yaislin Llorente Matos, who died along with her other daughter, Eliesny Durán Llorente, 17 years old, after being struck by a car while walking on the sidewalk, reported the digital media La Tijera.
Both were mourned in their hometown of Sagua de Tánamo, Holguín, which is once again in mourning.
The driver, identified as Eduardo Laborde, was pointed out by users on social media as the individual responsible for the accident. According to reports from witnesses, he was driving without a driver's license and lost control of the vehicle, running over the entire family.
However, some voices defend him, arguing that he was not under the influence of alcohol and that it was an accident.
In the incident, another minor and the stepfather of the deceased teenager were also seriously injured and remain hospitalized.
The journalist Miguel Reyes Mendoza reported that family members have requested medications and medical supplies for the care of the injured.
The death of the girl raises the number of fatal victims to three in the incident, which has sparked strong calls for justice in Guantánamo and Holguín.
Most comments on social media call for exemplary punishment for the driver, viewing the incident as preventable and characterized by irresponsibility.
Frequently asked questions about the tragic accident in Guantánamo
How many fatalities were there in the Guantánamo accident?
The accident in Guantánamo resulted in three fatalities. The last of these was a girl who had been in critical condition since August and recently passed away. The other two victims were her mother, Yaislin Llorente Matos, and her sister, Eliesny Durán Llorente.
Who is responsible for the accident in Guantánamo?
The driver identified as Eduardo Laborde is pointed out as the one responsible for the accident. He is accused of driving without a license and losing control of the vehicle, which resulted in the tragic hit-and-run. However, there are defenders who argue that he was not under the influence of alcohol and that it was a regrettable accident.
What has been the community's reaction to the accident in Guantánamo?
The community has responded with strong calls for justice. On social media, most comments demand exemplary punishment for the driver, considering it an avoidable incident marked by irresponsibility.
How does this accident compare to other similar incidents in Cuba?
Similar accidents in Cuba have highlighted ongoing issues in the country's road safety. The lack of driver's licenses, driving under the influence of alcohol, and the poor condition of the roads are recurring factors in these incidents. In 2025, there has been a significant increase in fatalities due to pedestrian accidents, underscoring a crisis in national road safety.
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