Thursday, February 5, 2026

Retired professor dies after being hit by a car in Azua

Azua. – Retired professor Rafael Eugenio Rosó Soriano, 77 years old, died after being hit by a truck while trying to cross the road from one end to the other in Azua. After the accident, the elderly person was assisted by a unit of the National Emergency and Security Attention System 9-1-1, which transferred him to a health center, where he later died due to the severity of the injuries suffered. The tragic event has generated consternation among family members, friends, and members of the educational community of Azua, who deeply regret his death.

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Traffic authorities are investigating the circumstances of the accident to establish responsibilities.


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