A tragic traffic accident claimed the life of Yordan Carrión, a young motorcyclist from the Altamira neighborhood in Santiago de Cuba, during the early hours of Saturday. The crash occurred near the well-known Cubalse Store, at a notoriously dangerous intersection where other motorcyclists have also met their fate upon entering the city.
According to information shared by independent journalist Yosmany Mayeta Labrada, Carrión was not riding alone at the time of the accident. His passenger, Gerber Pérez Jardines, another young man from the neighborhood, survived and is currently recovering in a local hospital.
Witnesses reported that moments before the collision, Yordan Carrión was seen accelerating his motorcycle in front of the Altamira Placita market. The incident has sparked an outpouring of condolences on social media from friends and acquaintances of the deceased young man.
Among the heartfelt messages, María Claudia Bruzón Cordoví shared her grief with the words: "It's so painful to wake up and find out one of my own, my child, my little crazy one, has passed. May God keep you in the highest place. You left a family here, protect them always from where you are. We will always remember you. As I used to say: Yordancito, take it easy… Now, who will give me a ride? Rest in peace, brother, fly high. My deepest condolences to the family, what a great pain."
Another friend, Lorena Lorenzo Lores, described him as unforgettable, someone she shared her youth with, and despite the years, remained a constant figure in her life. She expressed sorrow over the promise he couldn't fulfill and the irreplaceable void his departure leaves in those who loved him.
A Facebook user known as Italianito Q Detona posted a video compiling various moments from Carrión's life, adding to the emotional tributes.
In recent months, Cuba has witnessed numerous traffic accidents with devastating outcomes. One of the latest occurred on January 20 in Ciego de Ávila, where a collision between two buses on the road connecting Morón to Turiguanó resulted in several fatalities and injuries, attributed to poor visibility due to fog.
FAQs on Recent Traffic Accidents in Cuba
What caused the motorcycle accident in Santiago de Cuba?
The accident was caused when Yordan Carrión's motorcycle collided with a pole at a dangerous intersection near the Cubalse Store in Santiago de Cuba.
Who survived the motorcycle accident?
Gerber Pérez Jardines, the passenger on the motorcycle, survived the accident and is recovering in a hospital.
What has been the public reaction to the accident?
The accident led to an outpouring of condolences and emotional messages on social media from the deceased's friends and acquaintances.