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Four Killed in Horrific Belgian Level-Crossing Crash
3 Jun
Summary
- A train collided with a school minivan at a Belgian level crossing.
- Four individuals, including two students, died in the tragic accident.
- The crossing's safety barriers were reportedly down during the incident.
A tragic accident occurred on Tuesday in Buggenhout, Belgium, when a train struck a school minivan at a level-crossing, resulting in four fatalities. The victims included two students, aged 12 and 15, the 49-year-old minivan driver, and a 27-year-old chaperone. Five other schoolboys were seriously injured.
Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. Police confirmed that the crossing's safety barriers were down at the time of the crash, and it remains unclear how the minivan entered the train's path. The passengers on the train were unharmed.
Local transport operator De Lijn stated the minivan had no mechanical issues and its driver was medically fit and experienced. The mayor of Buggenhout expressed condolences and announced books of condolence would be opened. This incident highlights Belgium's history of level-crossing accidents, with 36 fatalities reported in 168 such incidents since 2021.
