An elderly man tragically lost his life earlier this week after being struck by a truck on Camino Militar in the city of Holguín, according to reports on social media.
While images of the accident scene have yet to emerge, several witnesses reported in the Facebook group "Accidentes Buses & Camiones" that the victim was dismembered as a result of the violent collision. One user described the scene as "horrible," while others harshly summarized the state of the poor elderly man, whose identity remains unknown.
A witness revealed that the elderly man was cutting grass when he was hit by the heavy vehicle. "It was to be expected. All the drivers speed down that road, and with the number of infractions every day," lamented one commenter.
As of the close of this article, no further details about the tragic incident have been made available. Unfortunately, this is not the first incident of this kind in recent weeks.
Recent Similar Tragedies
In late July, another elderly man was struck and killed by a bus on the Bayamo to Las Tunas highway, near the town of San Joaquín in the province of Granma. In that case, photos shared on social media showed a cracked windshield, presumably from the impact, and a yellow tape placed by authorities to cordon off the scene of the tragic event.
Crime reporter Niover Licea identified the victim in that incident as Yoel Licea Ortiz and noted the unfortunate detail that the house where the elderly man lived was robbed on the same night he died.
FAQs about Recent Traffic Accidents in Cuba
Here are some frequently asked questions and answers regarding the recent traffic accidents involving elderly pedestrians in Cuba, based on the reports and incidents mentioned in the article.
What caused the recent accident in Holguín?
The elderly man was struck by a truck while cutting grass on Camino Militar. Witnesses reported that speeding and frequent traffic violations on that road are common issues.
Has the identity of the victim been released?
No, the identity of the elderly man killed in Holguín has not been disclosed as of the latest reports.
Are there any images of the accident scene?
No images of the accident scene in Holguín have been shared on social media or other platforms at this time.
Were there any similar incidents recently?
Yes, in late July, another elderly man was killed by a bus on the Bayamo to Las Tunas highway, near San Joaquín in Granma province.