Deadly Highway Crossing: Villa Altagracia Residents Demand Action

Villa Altagracia Residents Risk Lives Daily Crossing Busy Highway Villa Altagracia, Dominican Republic – Residents of the communities of La Torre and Pajarito in Villa Altagracia are facing a daily life-or-death struggle. The lack of a pedestrian bridge over the heavily trafficked Duarte Highway has resulted in numerous tragic accidents, with dozens of people losing their lives. "Cruzar la autopista Duarte mientras los vehículos transitan a alta velocidad se ha convertido en una sentencia de muerte," says one resident, highlighting the perilous nature of the daily commute. The video reveals the dilapidated conditions of the roads in the community, contrasting sharply with the well-maintained highways leading into the town. One resident stated, "El gobierno que no atiende este pueblo porque este pueblo es la cabecera del Cibao." This underscores the frustration felt by the community over the lack of attention to their needs. Beyond the immediate danger of crossing the highway, the video also exposes significant deficiencies in the local hospital. Residents complain about the lack of specialists and essential services. The government is working on improvements, including a new aqueduct to address the water supply issues, but the residents' concerns about the lack of a pedestrian bridge and the hospital's limitations remain pressing.