An unfortunate road accident transpired yesterday afternoon in the town of Gaspar, situated in Cuba's Ciego de Ávila province, resulting in a motorcyclist being hospitalized. Eyewitnesses reported that the crash occurred at 1:28 p.m. when a National Revolutionary Police (PNR) Operational Guard vehicle failed to yield and collided with the motorcycle, as detailed by the Facebook page 'La Tijera'.
Despite being taken to the hospital, those at the scene mentioned that the motorcyclist was conscious and did not suffer from life-threatening injuries. Several police officers were dispatched to the accident site, and the involved police car was swiftly removed, sparking discussions among bystanders about the apparent haste to downplay the incident's visibility.
Witnesses claimed that the accident was attributed to the inattentiveness of the officer driving the Operational Guard vehicle, who was reportedly distracted at the moment of impact.
Incidents involving police vehicles are not uncommon on the island. In May 2024, a police patrol was part of a triple collision in Havana. Similarly, in October of the same year, a crash between a patrol car and a truck in Holguín led to injuries for the officers in the vehicle. Tragically, in June 2024, a young motorcyclist lost his life in Santiago de Cuba when struck by a police vehicle in a comparable incident.
Understanding Traffic Incidents Involving Police Vehicles in Cuba
What caused the accident in Ciego de Ávila?
The accident was caused by a police vehicle from the Operational Guard failing to yield the right of way, leading to a collision with a motorcyclist.
Were there any serious injuries reported?
No serious injuries were reported; the motorcyclist was conscious and did not have life-threatening injuries when taken to the hospital.
Are police vehicle accidents common in Cuba?
Yes, incidents involving police vehicles are not unusual in Cuba, with several reported cases in different regions over the past years.