Beware of Stray Cows on the Road!
A cow loose on the road in the area of La Fortuna de San Carlos (north of San José) cost the Gustavo Solano Monestel, 19 years of age, his life when he was on his way home, hitting the cow on the road with his motorcycle.

Low visibility and the darkness of night added to the unusual accident Sunday night. Medical examiner said the young man's body collided so severe with the cow that caused major internal injuries that contributed to his death.

Loose cows on roads in rural areas is common, as some cattle owners don't take the care of their animals too seriously. Cows have also been known to stray onto major roads like the Interamericana.

Red Cross workers dispatched to the scene of the accident found Solano spread out on the roadway with multiple injuries. He was immediately transferred to the local medical centre, where he died shortly after arrival.