Two local trains collided head-on near Copenhagen, injuring at least 17 people, four of whom are in critical condition, according to emergency services. The incident occurred on Thursday on a train line linking the towns of Hillerod and Kagerup.
Key Takeaways
Two local trains collided head-on near Copenhagen, injuring at least 17 people, four critically. The incident occurred on a line linking Hillerod and Kagerup.
- Two local trains collided north of Copenhagen
- At least 17 injured, four in critical condition
- Incident occurred on the train line between Hillerod and Kagerup
- All passengers evacuated; no one trapped
The public broadcaster DR showed images of two yellow and grey trains, both with damage to the front, facing each other in a wooded area north of Copenhagen. A spokesperson for the rescue services told Reuters that there were injuries among the passengers but confirmed that everyone was out of the trains and no one was trapped.
According to The Guardian and HuffPost, large resources have been dispatched to the scene. The injured were transported away in ambulances and helicopters, as reported by the fire department on X. However, Reuters reported a different number of injuries, stating that between five and ten people were injured, citing public broadcaster DR.
The exact cause of the collision is still under investigation. Authorities have not yet released any information about potential factors contributing to the accident. The scene remains active with emergency personnel working to ensure the safety of all involved and to investigate the circumstances leading up to the collision.
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