A 21-year-old Dutch woman tragically lost her life early Monday morning in a motorcycle accident occurring around 4:00 a.m. near the curve by El Tenis Beach in Matanzas. The driver of the motorcycle, a Cuban man whose identity remains undisclosed, is reportedly in critical condition at a hospital, as reported by the news outlet La Tijera.
Tragedy at the Firefighter's Curve
The accident took place as the pair were returning from a salsa event. Witnesses say neither was wearing a helmet, and they were arguing while riding, allegedly under the influence of alcohol. The combination of high speed and heightened emotions may have led them to lose control of the motorcycle, crashing at a notorious curve near El Tenis Beach known for its danger. The young woman died instantly, while the young man was urgently taken to the hospital.
Eyewitness Accounts of the Incident
"I passed by around 4:10 a.m. and saw the bodies. The accident had just happened, and there were only two police officers guarding El Tenis pavilion and a man who was getting off a motorcycle, telling the police that the accident victims didn’t notice the curve and went straight," shared an online user in the comments section of the aforementioned publication. The source added that "the girl was 'planted' against the curb. It seemed her head hit it, and the man was lying face down on the sidewalk."
By around 5:00 a.m., the forensic team had arrived at the scene. "I noticed that by then, the bodies were no longer there," another commenter observed.
Speculations: Jealousy, Argument, and Alcohol
Unofficial reports suggest the young couple had a quarrel over jealousy involving another woman prior to the accident. This argument reportedly continued as they rode the motorcycle, seemingly heavily intoxicated. Witnesses and social media posts agree that excessive speed, lack of helmets, and the pair's agitated emotional state were critical factors leading to the fatal outcome.
A local resident mentioned that by 8:00 a.m., traffic on the road in front of El Tenis Beach was rerouted due to the authorities' intervention. While there might be discrepancies in how the events are described, the occurrence of the accident is confirmed. As of the closure of this report, no additional details about the tragic incident have emerged.
FAQs About the Matanzas Motorcycle Accident
What led to the motorcycle accident in Matanzas?
The accident was reportedly caused by a combination of excessive speed, a lack of helmets, and a heated argument between the driver and the passenger, allegedly under the influence of alcohol.
Where did the accident occur?
The incident took place at a dangerous curve near El Tenis Beach in Matanzas, Cuba.
What were the circumstances leading up to the crash?
Prior to the accident, the young couple was returning from a salsa event and reportedly engaged in an argument driven by jealousy, which continued while they were riding the motorcycle.