In a shocking incident, a passenger train derailed in southwest Germany, resulting in three deaths and numerous injuries. Local authorities report that the train crashed between Riedlingen and Munderkingen after heavy rainfall led to the overflow of a sewage shaft. This overflow is believed to have triggered a landslide along the railway tracks, leading to the derailment.
The victims include the train driver, a rail employee, and a passenger, with 41 others suffering serious injuries. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressed his condolences and stated that he was coordinating with emergency services to ensure necessary support was provided.
The train was travelling a 90 km (55 mile) route from Sigmaringen to Ulm when it went off track in a wooded area around 18:10 local time. Images from the scene show overturned train carriages and a heavy presence of emergency responders attempting to aid trapped passengers. Deutsche Bahn, the train operator, extended their sympathies to those affected by this tragic accident. The investigation into the cause continues, with rail traffic remaining suspended for clean-up efforts.
