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A Cuban mother died in Santiago de Cuba after being hit by a Yutong bus in an accident that took place near the oil factory, close to the entrance of the neighborhood where the Mar Verde prison is located.
The victim was identified as Yurinet Despaigne Sentil, the mother of a five-year-old boy, who was riding a bicycle alongside another person who has not yet been identified.
The vehicle involved belongs to the company Transtur and was serving the Renté thermoelectric plant, as reported on Facebook by journalist Yosmany Mayeta.
The impact was so violent that the woman died on the spot.
So far, the health status of the second person who was accompanying her on the bicycle has not been confirmed.
"It was something very strong, impossible to forget," reported a relative of the victim, quoted by Mayeta Labrada.
The accident occurred on a road section that has been pointed out multiple times by residents as highly dangerous, due to the daily confluence of buses, trucks, bicycles, and pedestrians, in an environment lacking adequate road infrastructure and sufficient lighting. Neighbors who arrived at the scene described it as heartbreaking and called for measures to prevent such tragedies, emphasizing that they could be avoided if there were minimum road safety conditions in place.
After the incident, residents of the Mar Verde neighborhood and surrounding areas demanded that the authorities take urgent measures, including better signage, public lighting, visible pedestrian crossings, and increased traffic control during critical hours.
They also suggest awareness campaigns for drivers and cyclists about the need to respect traffic rules and avoid reckless behavior.
As of the close of this report, no other details have emerged regarding the tragic accident.
Frequently Asked Questions about Traffic Accidents in Cuba
What happened in the accident in Santiago de Cuba where Yurinet Despaigne Sentil passed away?
The accident occurred when a Yutong bus, belonging to the company Transtur, ran over Yurinet Despaigne Sentil while she was riding her bicycle. The impact was so violent that the woman died instantly. The incident took place in an area marked as dangerous due to the lack of adequate road infrastructure.
Why is the road section where this accident occurred in Santiago de Cuba considered dangerous?
The road section is considered dangerous due to the convergence of buses, trucks, bicycles, and pedestrians, all in an environment lacking appropriate road infrastructure and sufficient lighting. Residents have called for road safety measures such as better signage and public lighting.
What are the main causes of traffic accidents in Cuba?
The primary causes of traffic accidents in Cuba include the lack of maintenance of road infrastructure, the outdated state of the vehicle fleet, and human errors such as disregarding traffic regulations or negligent driving. The human factor is responsible for 91% of accidents according to official reports.
What measures are the residents of Santiago de Cuba demanding to improve road safety?
Residents are calling for urgent measures that include improved signage, public lighting, visible crosswalks, and greater traffic control during critical hours. They also suggest awareness campaigns for drivers and cyclists about the importance of respecting traffic regulations.
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