Santo Domingo — The Office for Transportation Reorganization (OPRET) announced the resumption of commercial services at the Pedro Francisco Bonó station on Line 2 of the Santo Domingo Metro by 8:25 p.m. this Saturday. This follows an accident that occurred Friday night, which led to the temporary suspension of operations. OPRET confirmed that the damaged access point was swiftly demolished within 24 hours, ensuring user safety and enabling normal train operations. Restoration work on the station’s facade will be conducted during nighttime hours to avoid service disruptions, with a commitment to restoring it to its original condition promptly. OPRET expressed gratitude to commuters for their patience and reaffirmed its dedication to efficiency and safety, prioritizing the well-being of citizens. Meanwhile, Caribe Tours released an official statement detailing the incident. According to the report, a speeding jeep ran a red light and collided with a Caribe Tours vehicle, causing the driver to lose control and crash into the station’s access structure. An OPRET employee sustained injuries in the accident and was transported to a medical center, where she is reported to be in stable condition.
The Santo Domingo Metro resumes operations at the Pedro Francisco Bonó station after an incident.
