A man died after a heart attack while giving a television interview in the Dominican Republic

mario Urena, Leader of the Transport Union of the Dominican Republic, He died this Wednesday During the interview On a TV show.

The man She participated in a TV show Titled “Diario Café 55”, in which he waited his turn to express his opinion on issues related to the case. Public transportation And the working environment of drivers in the Santiago Oeste region.

Suddenly while I was waiting sittingThe convulsion made him throw the things that were in the group I surrendered on the couch Which he shared with another participant.

The program was interrupted and soon people who were in the studio came to try to help him.

Santiago Oeste City Hall is located in the north-central Caribbean country. It is an industrial area and is defined as a true “social and cultural melting pot” on its official website.

Urena was president of the SO (Santiago Oeste) route, The discussion he was participating in was live for just over half an hour. He had spoken about the moment of tension that the region is experiencing, as a result of it Clashes between drivers and disputes over routes, stops, and operating rights In the governorate.

When show us It was compensated and remained firmly in placeThe man in the gray suit stared at him in astonishment, while they came from behind the camera to help him.

The driver asked his technical team to cut off the broadcast with advertisements. “Take it away”He was heard saying as two men entered the group.

The commander’s death sparked panic, not only in the Strip, but also in other regions since he was considered… A key figure for his role in mediation In the midst of the conflicts between Santiago’s roads.

“Mario was always a fighting man, committed to his people and improving transportation service. His passing leaves a huge void in our sector.” His colleagues expressed through SO.

Orena has also emerged as a tourism communicator and promoter. He was honored for his promotion of tourism and gastronomy in the Dominican Republic.