A 35-year-old Cuban man was injured on Friday after being struck by a city bus from Route 311 while on his way to work at a gas station located at the intersection of Colón and Bernardo Reyes avenues in Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico.
The incident took place around 9:00 a.m. in the Industrial neighborhood, as reported by local media outlets such as Voxpopulinoticias MX, MVS Noticias, and Telediario.
According to initial reports from Monterrey's Civil Protection, the cyclist, who was riding a youth-sized 16-inch bicycle, was hit by the bus as he attempted to cross the intersection, allegedly when the traffic light was red. After the impact, he fell to the ground and sustained a head injury.
Emergency responders from the Mexican Red Cross and Monterrey's Civil Protection arrived at the scene, providing first aid and applying a compression bandage to control the bleeding before transporting him to Hospital 21 of the Mexican Social Security Institute (IMSS). His condition was reported as stable, though he remains under medical observation.
The bus driver stopped immediately following the accident and waited for Monterrey's Mobility authorities to give his statement. The collision caused traffic congestion in the area for several minutes as emergency services assisted and removed the bicycle.
Currently, no further details have been released regarding the injured Cuban's identity or any potential penalties for the bus driver. Local authorities continue to investigate the exact causes of the accident.
FAQs about the Monterrey Bus Accident
What happened in the Monterrey bus accident involving the Cuban man?
A 35-year-old Cuban man was hit by a Route 311 bus while on his bicycle, resulting in a head injury. He was on his way to work when the accident occurred.
What is the current condition of the injured Cuban?
The Cuban man's condition is stable, but he is still under medical observation at Hospital 21 of the Mexican Social Security Institute.
Have authorities released more information about the accident?
As of now, no additional information has been provided about the Cuban's identity or any disciplinary actions against the bus driver. The investigation is ongoing.