Chaos as Two Trains Collide Head-On Near Copenhagen
Two local trains collided head-on near Copenhagen, injuring 17 people. The accident caused significant damage and chaos inside the carriages. Emergency services were quick to respond, with injured passengers taken to hospitals. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the crash.
In a shocking incident on Thursday morning, two local trains collided head-on just north of Denmark's capital, Copenhagen. Emergency services confirmed that 17 people were injured, five of whom are critically hurt. Both trains have visible front damage as they faced each other amidst trees, signifying the accident's impact.
According to Christoffer Buhl Martekilde, leader of the fire and rescue service, the collision caused substantial damage and scattered broken glass throughout the carriages. While the investigation is in the preliminary stages, with authorities unable to determine the cause, a police spokesperson emphasizes that a thorough inquiry is imminent.
The incident took place on a rail line between the towns of Hillerod and Kagerup, shortly before 6:30 a.m. Reports indicate that 38 passengers were on board the two trains at the time of impact. All passengers have been evacuated from the trains, and those injured were quickly transported to medical facilities via ambulances and helicopters.
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