The death of a young Cuban mother from Ciego de Ávila in a traffic accident has left a profound sense of grief among her loved ones, as evidenced by numerous messages posted on social media in recent days and hundreds of comments.
The young woman, identified as "Eliza" and mother to a small child, reportedly died earlier this week as a result of a car accident, confirmed by a cousin of the victim.
"My precious girl. You have left us with such immense pain. It's needless to say how much I already miss you. You are and always will be my beloved little sister. Rest in peace, my queen," expressed Facebook user Tati Reyes.
"My baby girl, a kiss to the sky. You are now the brightest star. May the Lord have you in His immense Glory (26th birthday)," Reyes wrote in a more recent post.
As of the closing of this note, no further details have emerged regarding the tragic incident that claimed the life of the young woman from Ciego de Ávila.
The heartbreaking news comes just hours after the death of a young police officer in a traffic accident in Mayarí, Holguín province, also this week.
In that case, the untimely death of the young officer, identified as Maikel Céspedes Babastro, also left a deep sense of sorrow among his friends and colleagues.
Accidents of all kinds have shown no signs of abating on Cuban roads since the beginning of the year, following the same trend that marked 2023.
Last year, 729 people lost their lives in Cuba due to traffic accidents. Authorities recorded 8,556 traffic incidents that resulted in 5,938 injuries. Human error was responsible for 91% of these incidents, according to officials.
Impact of Traffic Accidents in Cuba
Given the frequency and severity of traffic accidents in Cuba, it's important to address some commonly asked questions and concerns.
What are the primary causes of traffic accidents in Cuba?
Human error is the primary cause, responsible for 91% of traffic accidents, according to Cuban authorities.
How many traffic accidents were recorded in Cuba last year?
In the previous year, authorities recorded 8,556 traffic accidents, resulting in 729 deaths and 5,938 injuries.
How has the trend of traffic accidents continued into this year?
The trend has continued without respite, with accidents of all kinds occurring frequently on Cuban roads since the start of the year.