Santo Domingo.-Two children, ages three and seven, lost their lives this Tuesday afternoon, after being crushed during a tragic event occurred at kilometer 4 of the Cambita highway, in the San Cristóbal province in the south of the country, which has caused great consternation and sadness throughout the community.
The deceased have been identified as Ever Mateo, 3 years old, and José Manuel Nova, 7 years old. The event has generated deep consternation and sadness throughout the community.
According to preliminary information, the unfortunate event occurred under circumstances that have not yet been clarified.
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Units of the National Emergency and Security Attention System 9-1-1agents of the General Directorate of Traffic and Land Transportation Security (Digestett) and members of the National Policewent to the scene immediately, who proceeded with the removal of the bodies and control of traffic in the area.
Community outcry
Relatives and residents of the area expressed their indignation, stating that they have repeatedly denounced the danger that that stretch of road represents.
According to community members, the constant traffic of heavy vehicles without adequate control measures is a latent threat that today claimed the lives of two children.
So far, authorities have not offered official details about the identity of the truck driver or possible legal responsibilities arising from the incident.
