A traffic accident this Sunday at the intersection of Calvario and San Francisco streets in Santiago de Cuba's historic center resulted in multiple injuries. Journalist Yosmany Mayeta reported on Facebook that the collision, involving a bus and a "pizicorre" carrying a coffin in its rear, left several people injured, who were transported to the city's hospitals.
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The reporter did not specify the extent of the accident or the exact number of injured individuals, nor the severity of their injuries, although he mentioned that he is continuing to investigate and seek more details.
In another post, Mayeta noted that the "pizicorre" involved was one rented out for funeral services and has been serving as a hearse for some time.
Due to its narrowness and the high volume of vehicles, in addition to being the main artery leading directly to the province's principal funeral home, Calvario Street is prone to traffic accidents.
This is not the first time incidents have occurred in Santiago de Cuba involving vehicles transporting coffins. Last May, the poor condition of a vehicle led to a coffin falling onto the asphalt on the busy Garzón Avenue.
The incident happened in front of a daycare center and in a heavily trafficked area of the eastern city, just a few blocks from the provincial headquarters of the Communist Party of Cuba (PCC) and near the intersection marking kilometer 969 of the Central Highway.
Recently, another accident occurred when a vehicle from the Profix Metal Shaping Company in Santiago de Cuba collided with an electric scooter, causing significant damage to the e-scooter. The accident took place on Victoriano Garzón Avenue at the entrance of Calle K, in the Sueño neighborhood of Santiago de Cuba, according to Mayeta's Facebook profile.
Key Details About Santiago de Cuba's Traffic Accidents
Here are some essential questions and answers regarding the recent traffic accidents in Santiago de Cuba, which may help provide more clarity on the situation.
What caused the recent traffic accident in Santiago de Cuba's historic center?
The accident was caused by a collision between a bus and a "pizicorre" carrying a coffin in its rear.
How many people were injured in the accident?
The exact number of injured individuals has not been specified, but several people were reported to be transported to hospitals for treatment.
What other incidents have occurred in Santiago de Cuba involving vehicles transporting coffins?
In May, a coffin fell onto Garzón Avenue due to the poor condition of the vehicle transporting it. Additionally, there was a recent collision involving a vehicle from the Profix Metal Shaping Company and an electric scooter.