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Head-On Train Crash Near Copenhagen Injures Passengers
23 Apr
Summary
- Two local trains collided head-on near Copenhagen on Thursday.
- Between five and 10 passengers sustained injuries in the crash.
- All passengers were safely evacuated from the damaged trains.
A head-on collision between two local trains occurred on Thursday near Copenhagen, Denmark, prompting a substantial emergency response. The crash took place on the railway line connecting Hillerod and Kagerup, about 40 kilometers north of the capital city.
Emergency services reported that between five and 10 passengers sustained injuries as a result of the impact. Crucially, officials confirmed that all individuals onboard both trains had been safely evacuated, and no one was trapped. A spokesperson for the Greater Copenhagen fire department stated that large resources were dispatched to manage the scene.
The precise cause of the collision remains undetermined, and authorities are anticipated to initiate a thorough investigation into the incident. The swift evacuation ensured the safety of all passengers, even as rescue operations continued at the site. Further details are expected as the investigation progresses.
