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Motorcyclist Killed in Collision with Car on Villa Clara Highway

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 by Ava Castillo

Motorcyclist Killed in Collision with Car on Villa Clara Highway
Accident - Image by © Facebook / La Tijera

A motorcyclist tragically lost his life this Tuesday in a traffic accident on the road linking Remedios to Camajuaní, near the town of Taguayabón, in Cuba's Villa Clara province. According to witnesses, the victim, an elderly man, was riding a motorbike when he was struck by a white car attempting an imprudent overtaking maneuver, as reported in the Facebook group "Revolico Remedios."

The collision proved fatal, and the man, who hailed from Camajuaní, died instantly, as mentioned by the independent media outlet La Tijera. Local authorities and forensic police quickly arrived at the scene to conduct thorough investigations and determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.

"Drivers are out of control; it's total madness," expressed a witness on social media. "They took away the life of such a good person, with a wonderful family. What a tragedy," added another. The accident has sparked significant concern among local residents, who have taken to social media to call for increased road safety measures on this highway, which frequently witnesses accidents due to speeding and reckless driving behavior.

The National Traffic Safety Commission's data from last year indicated there were 7,507 traffic accidents, marking a 12% decrease from the 8,556 reported in 2023. Additionally, fatalities fell by 13% (634), and injuries were down by 4%, totaling 6,613, compared to the previous year's incidents.

Authorities stress that the primary causes include driver violations, followed by poor road conditions due to lack of maintenance, and the aging fleet of vehicles, which averages between 40 and 70 years old.

Understanding Traffic Safety Concerns in Villa Clara

What led to the motorcyclist's accident in Villa Clara?

The accident occurred when a white car attempted an imprudent overtaking maneuver, striking the motorcyclist who was riding a motorbike on the road connecting Remedios and Camajuaní.

What are the main causes of traffic accidents in Cuba?

The main causes include driver violations, poor road conditions due to inadequate maintenance, and the antiquity of the vehicle fleet, which averages 40 to 70 years old.

How have traffic accident statistics changed in recent years in Cuba?

There was a 12% reduction in traffic accidents and a 13% decline in fatalities last year, compared to 2023, with a 4% decrease in injuries.

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