Excessive speed has been identified as the primary cause of the major accident that took place last Sunday in the town of Majagua, within the province of Ciego de Ávila, as confirmed by experts investigating the incident. Lieutenant Colonel Niurka Valdés Figueroa, head of Criminal Investigation of the Ministry of the Interior in the region, informed the official newspaper Granma that the driver of a Renault truck, license plate B 236 623, lost control of the vehicle while navigating a curve at a speed exceeding the legal limit in the Río Grande area.
Medical tests conducted on the driver verified that he had not consumed alcohol, emphasized the cited source. However, testimonies from survivors gathered by Granma indicate that the driver ignored warnings from several passengers who urged him to slow down shortly before the vehicle overturned.
The state-controlled newspaper highlighted that eight individuals remain hospitalized, with four in critical condition, two seriously injured, and two under medical observation. Preliminary reports revealed that three people died immediately following the crash. The deceased were identified as Maikol Dayán Torres González, 13; Dairon Sarmientos Domínguez, 16; and Lian Pazo Duanes, 14.
Just hours after the tragic event, official sources confirmed that the death toll rose to four, with Yordanis Fernández Garrido, 23, succumbing to his injuries at the Morón hospital.
In the wake of the incident, residents of Ciego de Ávila swiftly organized to donate blood to the victims of the massive crash in Majagua, which left a total of 33 individuals injured. On Monday, people in the village of Vicente, located just eight kilometers from the city of Ciego de Ávila, gathered to bid farewell to the four individuals who perished in the tragic accident that occurred on Sunday.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Ciego de Ávila Accident
What was the main cause of the accident in Ciego de Ávila?
The primary cause of the accident was excessive speed, as the driver lost control while taking a curve too fast.
How many casualties resulted from the accident?
Four people tragically lost their lives, and a total of 33 individuals were injured in the accident.
Were any substances found in the driver's system?
No alcohol or substances were found in the driver's system, according to medical tests.