An electric tricycle plunged from the Viaduct Bridge in Matanzas on Monday, resulting in six people being injured, including a woman and a young girl. This incident was reported by state journalist Pedro Rizo, who shared images of the fall from one of the most heavily trafficked bridges in the city.
“Mario Sabines Lorenzo, the first secretary of the provincial Party, is at the scene. The injured have been taken to the hospital and are receiving medical care,” Rizo added. However, details regarding the identities and medical conditions of the injured remain unavailable.
Recurring Accidents on the Viaduct Bridge
This is not the first accident of this kind on the Viaduct Bridge. In 2021, a vehicle crashed into the river after breaching the bridge's safety barriers. The driver, who was the sole occupant at the time, survived thanks to the swift actions of eyewitnesses who helped get him quickly to the hospital.
The car collided with the railing and plummeted into the river between the bridge's two lanes. Firefighters and rescue teams from the MININT managed to recover the vehicle—a vintage car—after several hours of operation.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Matanzas Bridge Incident
What caused the electric tricycle accident in Matanzas?
The specific cause of the electric tricycle accident in Matanzas has not been disclosed, but it involved the vehicle falling from the Viaduct Bridge.
Who are the injured in the Matanzas accident?
The identities of the injured individuals have not been revealed, but the group includes a woman and a young girl.
Are accidents common on the Viaduct Bridge in Matanzas?
Yes, the Viaduct Bridge has seen similar accidents, including a notable incident in 2021 where a car fell into the river after hitting the bridge's barriers.