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A street vendor of confections, identified as Yaidamis Haití Ruiz, died on Thursday night after being hit by a vehicle at the intersection of Prado and Malecón, in front of the Hotel Paseo del Prado.
According to witnesses who provided their testimonies to various social media profiles, the woman was originally from Guantánamo and died while attempting to cross the street.
She was struck first by a car trying to make a U-turn and, seconds later, by a passenger Gazelle, which resulted in her immediate death.
The body was transferred to the morgue of the "Calixto García" Hospital. Initially, it was reported that his relatives in Guantánamo had not been able to reach the capital to claim it.
However, a subsequent clarification in the same post states that a sister and another brother were in Havana completing the relocation procedures, thus correcting versions that had circulated in the hours following the accident.
The accident occurred off the coast of Havana, in an area with heavy vehicular traffic. As of the time of this report, there is no official information regarding the identities of the drivers, the causes of the double hit-and-run, or any potential legal measures related to the case.
The incident raises alarms due to the high incidence of traffic accidents in Cuba, a citizen safety issue that has resulted in serious episodes on main avenues and tourist areas of the capital.
In August, 35-year-old Mairovis Valier Heredia lost her life after being struck by a car driven by a foreigner in Havana.
Mairovis Valier Heredia left three children orphaned, was the only fatality in the unusual accident, about which very few official details are known.
In an emotional testimony that has gone viral on social media, the mother of the deceased victim explained that her daughter had come shortly before to Guantánamo to support her son, who had taken up "Camilitos racing."
Frequently Asked Questions about the Traffic Tragedy on the Malecón in Havana
What happened in the accident on the Malecón in Havana?
A young street vendor, Yaidamis Haití Ruiz, was struck and killed at the intersection of Prado and Malecón, after being initially hit by a car attempting to make a U-turn and then by a passenger Gazelle. The accident took place in an area with high vehicular traffic, reigniting concerns about the high incidence of traffic accidents in Cuba.
What details are known about those responsible for the incident?
Until the news was closed, no official information has been released regarding the identity of the drivers, the causes of the double hit-and-run, or the potential legal actions that might be taken.
What is the situation of the victim Yaidamis Haití Ruiz's family?
It was reported that Yaidamis's family was in the process of arranging the transfer of her body. She had no children, and her siblings were in Havana managing the process. Initially, there was confusion regarding the status of her relatives, but this was clarified later.
How does this incident affect the perception of road safety in Cuba?
This accident adds to a series of serious traffic incidents in Cuba, reviving concerns about citizen safety on major avenues and tourist areas. The lack of official information and the perception of impunity contribute to the discomfort and distrust towards the authorities.
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