In the early hours of Sunday, a Cuban man caused quite a scene in Palma de Mallorca after crashing his car while intoxicated and claiming to be an FBI agent. The bizarre incident unfolded after the man collided with a taxi and accused a witness of being a "nosy neighbor" repeatedly.
According to local news outlet Crónica Balear, the accident took place around 4:15 a.m. The Cuban driver, behind the wheel of an Opel, ignored a "yield" sign on Rei Sanç Street and ended up crashing into a taxi heading towards Avenidas. The impact was severe enough to leave his car blocking the road with its interior soaked in beer from the numerous cans he was carrying.
The taxi driver, who was not driving fast, escaped unscathed and called the Local Police upon noticing the other driver's intoxicated state. The breathalyzer test revealed the Cuban man's blood alcohol level was three times over the legal limit.
Instead of showing remorse, the man attempted to rationalize his actions to the officers. He urged them to stop "focusing on these matters" and instead go after "those who steal or evade taxes," claiming that he "works hard and pays more taxes than anyone here." When a bystander began taking photos of the scene, the Cuban insulted him and attempted to take pictures in retaliation. During this exchange, he further startled the police by declaring himself an "American" and an undercover FBI operative in Spain, leaving everyone in disbelief.
Despite his insistence on retrieving his wrecked car, the authorities informed him that it would need to be towed to a municipal impound lot. As of the latest reports, the police have yet to confirm the Cuban man's identity or the truthfulness of his bold claims.
Other Incidents Involving Cubans in Palma
This incident is not the first traffic accident involving Cubans in Palma this year. On March 25, a 59-year-old man, also driving under the influence, veered into oncoming traffic on Joan Miró Avenue and collided head-on with another vehicle. His blood alcohol level was more than double the legal limit. Although no injuries were reported, he faces charges for endangering road safety and could face penalties ranging from imprisonment to a driving ban of over a year.
Earlier in January, another 49-year-old Cuban man came under investigation following an accident on Bisbe Maura Street. Police discovered he was using a fake international driver's license purchased online. The fraudulent document was confiscated, and legal proceedings are now underway.
Frequently Asked Questions About Traffic Incidents in Palma
What happened in the recent accident involving a Cuban in Palma de Mallorca?
A Cuban man crashed his car while under the influence and falsely claimed to be an FBI agent. The incident occurred when he ran a yield sign and collided with a taxi.
How did the police respond to the Cuban driver's claims?
The police were skeptical of his claims of being an FBI agent and informed him that his car needed to be towed. They have not confirmed his identity or the veracity of his statements.
Have there been other incidents involving Cubans in Palma this year?
Yes, there have been other accidents including a March incident where a Cuban man drove into oncoming traffic and a January case involving a Cuban using a fake driver's license.