A devastating accident on the road to Santa Cruz del Sur resulted in 63 people being injured, including 13 children, and claimed the life of Ramón Chávez Águila, a resident of the Jacinto González neighborhood.
The incident occurred around 10 a.m. on January 2nd, when the driver of a private truck, Alberto Cruz Díaz, lost control of the vehicle at the 71st kilometer of the route, as reported by the state-run Radio Santa Cruz on their official Facebook page.
Thanks to a swift response from local authorities and the Ministry of the Interior (MININT), the injured were quickly transported to the José Espiridón Santiesteban Báez municipal hospital, using ambulances and alternative transport.
Due to the severity of their injuries, twenty of the victims were transferred to hospitals in the provincial capital for further treatment.
The tragedy prompted a significant wave of solidarity from local residents, who flocked to the hospital to donate blood and offer whatever support was necessary.
Simultaneously, social media users urged the community to make blood donations at the Provincial Blood Bank in Camagüey, emphasizing the critical need to save lives during this emergency.
Authorities have confirmed that there was adequate medical staff and resources available to care for the injured.
Understanding the Santa Cruz del Sur Accident
What caused the Santa Cruz del Sur accident?
The accident was caused when the driver, Alberto Cruz Díaz, lost control of the truck at the 71st kilometer of the route.
How many people were injured in the accident?
A total of 63 people were injured, including 13 children.
Where were the injured taken for medical treatment?
The injured were initially taken to the José Espiridón Santiesteban Báez municipal hospital. Due to the severity of their injuries, twenty victims were later transferred to hospitals in the provincial capital.