A devastating traffic accident took place early Friday morning in the Guantánamo municipality, resulting in one fatality. The tragic event involved two motorcyclists speeding along the busy Ahogados and Crombet streets at 5:30 AM, as reported by the pro-government outlet Miguel Noticias on Facebook.
Witnesses and authorities revealed that one of the motorcyclists struck a pedestrian, approximately 65 years old, who was crossing the street at the time. The collision caused the man’s instant death at the scene.
One motorcyclist was transported to "Agostinho Neto" Provincial Hospital due to injuries sustained in the crash. The other rider reportedly did not suffer severe injuries, according to the report.
The National Road Safety Commission's statistics indicate that last year there were 7,507 traffic accidents, a 12% decrease compared to the 8,556 reported in 2023. Fatalities also dropped by 13% (634 deaths), and injuries numbered 6,613, which is a 4% reduction compared to incidents from the previous year.
Authorities continue to emphasize that the main causes of these accidents are driver violations, compounded by the poor condition of the roads due to lack of maintenance and the aging vehicle fleet, which averages between 40 and 70 years old.
Key Questions about Traffic Safety in Cuba
What were the causes of the accident in Guantánamo?
The accident was primarily caused by excessive speed and a motorcyclist hitting a pedestrian crossing the street.
How many traffic accidents occurred in Cuba last year?
There were 7,507 traffic accidents reported in Cuba last year.
What are the main factors contributing to traffic accidents in Cuba?
Driver infractions, poor road conditions due to lack of maintenance, and the aging vehicle fleet are the key factors contributing to traffic accidents in Cuba.