A brutal incident involving bus number 339 from the P13 line, operated by the Mulgoba Terminal, resulted in the hospitalization of its driver, as reported by the Provincial Transport Company of Havana. The attack unfolded around 7:50 AM on Wednesday at the Park of Fraternity when driver Santiago Fons Cuevas was assaulted by two passengers, suffering a head injury.
The Revolutionary National Police (PNR) has apprehended one of the attackers, and the case is currently under investigation at the PNR Unit on Dragones and Zulueta, according to a statement on Facebook by the company. Additionally, the Director of the Mulgoba Base Business Unit (UEB) and the Senior Guard from the Provincial Transport Company of Havana (EPTH) were present at the scene.
This violent act led to the temporary suspension of the P13 line, impacting thousands of commuters. The EPTH condemned the assault as a "reprehensible" act that undermines efforts to improve the quality of life and public services in the capital.
No further details have been released about the incident, which occurs amid a backdrop of increasing violence on the island.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Havana Bus Attack
What happened to the bus driver in Havana?
The bus driver, Santiago Fons Cuevas, was attacked by two passengers and suffered a head injury, leading to his hospitalization.
Have the attackers been caught?
The Revolutionary National Police (PNR) detained one of the attackers, and the investigation is ongoing.
How did this attack affect public transport in Havana?
The attack caused a temporary suspension of the P13 bus line, affecting thousands of daily commuters.