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Car Wrecked and Suspected Fatality in Shocking Ciego de Ávila Accident

Monday, May 12, 2025 by Oscar Fernandez

Car Wrecked and Suspected Fatality in Shocking Ciego de Ávila Accident
Accident in Ciego de Ávila - Image © Facebook / La Tijera

A serious traffic accident rocked the Vila area in Ciego de Ávila province on Sunday afternoon. The incident occurred at approximately 5:00 p.m., leaving a vehicle completely wrecked and at least one suspected fatality, according to initial reports.

The information came from the Facebook page La Tijera, which shared images of the accident scene. The photos depict a Moskvitch car reduced to a heap of twisted metal. Within the vehicle, the driver was found, suspected to have died on the spot given the car's mangled condition.

The reasons behind the accident remain unclear, as do details regarding any other potential victims. However, journalist Alberto R. Seguí from Radio Surco later confirmed on his Facebook account that several individuals lost their lives in the crash, though their identities and the accident's specifics have yet to be disclosed.

Numerous social media accounts have echoed the tragedy. Popular actor Andy Vázquez took to Facebook to request more information about the accident. In the comments section, Yerandy Pérez Rodríguez noted, "They say one person died, that's what they were saying when I passed by." Marlene R. Sandoval also shared the unfortunate event on Facebook, with Yuriel Fernández commenting, "I just passed by there, and it was terrible; that Moskvitch was in pieces, there was a fatality."

Many online commentators agreed that the vehicle's condition suggests the driver was likely speeding. This, combined with the widespread deterioration of old cars still in use in Cuba and poor road conditions, presents a lethal combination, contributing to the increasing frequency of severe accidents in the country.

Additionally, some users highlighted the profound grief this tragedy could bring to the driver's family, especially on a day as significant as Mother's Day in Cuba.

Key Details on the Ciego de Ávila Accident

What time did the accident occur?

The accident happened around 5:00 p.m. on Sunday afternoon.

Who reported the accident initially?

The initial report came from the Facebook page La Tijera, which posted images of the accident scene.

What are some factors contributing to traffic accidents in Cuba?

Factors include the poor condition of old vehicles still in use, bad road conditions, and potentially high speeds.

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