Recently released images have brought to light the tragic accident in Pinar del Río, where a runaway truck claimed the lives of four individuals last Friday. The severity of the incident, in which the truck lost control and struck several pedestrians in front of a residence, is starkly evident in the photos shared across social media.
Among the shared visuals, a photo by social media user Yasmany Montano Delgado captures the truck perched on the sidewalk, wedged between two houses during nighttime. Additionally, a video circulating online illustrates the chaos unleashed by the crash, showing neighbors rushing out of their homes to assist the victims.
According to local outlet Guamá, the tragic event occurred at 9:15 p.m. on Luis Lazo Road, Pinar del Río. The truck driver lost control, crashing into the group of people on the sidewalk. The victims include a young girl, Miliany Pérez Javier, aged 9, and a pregnant woman, Anairis Sánchez Blanco, aged 24. The other deceased individuals were Aliomar A. Sotolongo Alcina, 21, and Deisy Javier Pérez, 53.
In addition to the fatalities, three other people sustained injuries. One of the injured is a 10-year-old girl, Marlenis Martínez Blanco, who is in critical condition. Of the other two injured, one remains in critical condition after surgery, while the other is in stable condition and not life-threatening.
The injured were transported to Abel Santamaría Cuadrado Hospital, with the young girl being taken to the Pepe Portilla Pediatric Hospital.
FAQs About the Pinar del Río Accident
What caused the accident in Pinar del Río?
The accident was caused when the truck driver lost control of the vehicle, resulting in the truck crashing into pedestrians on the sidewalk.
Who were the victims of the accident?
The victims include Miliany Pérez Javier, a 9-year-old girl; Anairis Sánchez Blanco, a 24-year-old pregnant woman; Aliomar A. Sotolongo Alcina, 21; and Deisy Javier Pérez, 53.
Where were the injured taken for treatment?
The injured were taken to Abel Santamaría Cuadrado Hospital, and the critically injured young girl was transported to Pepe Portilla Pediatric Hospital.