A tragic traffic accident in Havana has claimed the life of Lieutenant Colonel Randy Callejas Ruiz, a prominent official of the Ministry of the Interior (Minint), as reported by the agency's official Facebook page on Friday.
The post revealed that Callejas Ruiz, who served as the deputy chief of the Directorate of Technologies and Systems, died on December 30 at the age of 48 due to the vehicular incident.
Currently, authorities have not disclosed any information regarding the circumstances surrounding the accident.
The Ministry announced that funeral services will be held on Monday, January 5, at 3:00 PM, in the black marble mausoleum of the ministry itself, located in the Colón Cemetery in Havana.
In their official statement, the institution emphasized that Callejas Ruiz had nearly three decades of service, focusing on technological modernization, societal informatization, and the country's cybersecurity efforts.
They also highlighted his numerous awards, including medals commemorating Minint anniversaries and State Security achievements.
The announcement prompted a wave of reactions on social media, where users offered condolences to his family, colleagues, and friends, while the official silence on the details surrounding his death continues.
Key Details on the Fatal Havana Accident
Who was Lieutenant Colonel Randy Callejas Ruiz?
Lieutenant Colonel Randy Callejas Ruiz was a high-ranking official in Cuba's Ministry of the Interior, serving as the deputy chief of the Directorate of Technologies and Systems.
When and where will the funeral services be held?
The funeral services are scheduled for Monday, January 5, at 3:00 PM, at the Ministry’s black marble mausoleum in Colón Cemetery, Havana.
What was Callejas Ruiz's role in the Ministry of the Interior?
Callejas Ruiz played a significant role in advancing technological modernization, societal informatization, and cybersecurity within the country.