A cyclist tragically died on Friday in Bayamo after being hit by a truck, according to reports on social media.
A post in the Facebook group “Accidentes Buses & Camiones” stated that the incident occurred on Vicente Quesada Street in the city.
“Does anyone know about the accident in Bayamo where a truck hit a cyclist on Vicente Quesada? I heard the cyclist died,” one user posted in the group.
The information was confirmed by other users in the comments, who described the victim as Pablo Estradaa resident of the “Rosa la Bayamesa” neighborhood.
“My condolences to the family, neighbors and friends of Pablo Estrada. Rest in peace,” commented Rubinaicy Álvarez Carrazana. The editorial team asked her for confirmation, but at the time of writing this article, no response has been received.
According to Dariel Peña Almeida, the author of the original post, the cyclist died instantly when one of the truck’s wheels ran over his head. “There were brain remnants; the truck’s wheels just ran over him,” he explained.
Unfortunately, accidents involving cyclists are common in Cuba. The traffic crisis forces many to use bicycles, which pose significant risks due to the poor condition of the roads, inadequate signage and the lack of safe bike lanes.
Other recent accidents involving cyclists
At the beginning of July, a woman suffered serious injuries in a dramatic accident involving a coach in Province of Granmait says on social media.
The incident occurred on the Jiguaní-Baire highway when a coach attempted to overtake a truck and collided with a bicycle on which a woman was sitting.
In March, a driver allegedly drove in the wrong direction on a road in Vedado, Havanahit a young cyclist who suffered serious injuries and had to be taken to hospital by ambulance.
The events occurred at the intersection of 21st and 4th Streets when a Hyundai, reportedly traveling against the direction of traffic on 21st Street, collided with the young cyclist.
In February, an accident occurred on the busy Camilo Cienfuegos Avenue in Las Tunas A woman was injured when her bicycle collided with a motorcycle for unknown reasons.
Frequently asked questions about cyclist safety in Cuba
Given the frequent accidents involving cyclists in Cuba, it is important to address some key issues and concerns regarding cyclist safety in the country.
What are the main causes of bicycle accidents in Cuba?
The main causes include poor road conditions, inadequate signage and the lack of designated cycle paths, which put cyclists in dangerous traffic situations.
How can cyclists protect themselves on Cuban roads?
Cyclists are advised to wear a helmet, use reflectors, obey traffic rules and pay attention to their surroundings to minimize risks.
What measures are being taken to improve the safety of cyclists in Cuba?
While there are some efforts to improve road conditions and signage, more comprehensive and sustained initiatives are needed to ensure cyclist safety.
