Canadian Stranded in Cuba Dies Suddenly While Waiting for Flight Home

“We checked for a pulse but there wasn’t one. He wasn’t responsive,” she said.

Approximately 15 minutes later, a medical team arrived at the airport and transported the man for further care. Menchions said she was never informed about his condition afterward.

Global Affairs Canada later confirmed that the man had died. His name, age, and cause of death have not been released. Consular services are being provided to the family.

Air Transat confirmed that one of its passengers required medical attention prior to departure and was transported to an international clinic by ambulance. The airline stated the delays were beyond its control and that staff worked closely with Cuban authorities to return passengers home safely.

For full details, you can read the original report on CTV News here:
👉 Canadian stranded in Cuba dies suddenly at airport waiting for flight home

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