On Tuesday, October 13, a young woman preliminarily identified as Martha lost her life in a traffic accident that occurred on the stretch between General Gregorio Luperón International Airport and the community La Unión, on the Puerto Plata‑Sosúa highway.
Incident and context
The victim, born and residing in Montellano, was originally from the Villa Cañera community and lived in the Cangrejos sector, in the El Bombillito area. According to witnesses, the collision occurred between a car the young woman was traveling in and a heavy‑load truck.
The vehicles sustained significant material damage: the car was affected at its front end and the truck lost a section of its front.
Impact on traffic
The scene caused considerable congestion on the road segment that connects Montellano, La Unión, the airport and Sosúa. Drivers had to detour while authorities attempted to restore vehicle flow.
Safety recommendations
Local media advised drivers to travel cautiously in the area, especially given the possibility of afternoon rain.
Identification and victim data
The identification of the young woman began after her photograph and origin data were shared on social networks and local media. Eduardo Pérez, cited as one of the people who provided information, was mentioned in a broadcast of En Red Noticias.
To date, only her first name is known; her surname and age remain pending official confirmation.
Ongoing investigation
Local authorities are in charge of clarifying the circumstances of the accident. Information about the truck driver’s identity or possible involvement of other individuals has not yet been released.
Source credits: diarioaldia.com
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