Spanish media reported that the initial death toll from a collision between two trains in Toledo, near Madrid, today has reached 64.
Spain’s railway operator said the accident occurred on Wednesday morning in the Toledo area. Train services between Madrid, Ciudad Real and Andalusia have been suspended.
Spanish television reported that the collision involved two high-speed trains traveling in the same direction. One train struck the rear of the other, sending two carriages off the tracks.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez expressed his “deep sorrow” over the horrific accident, saying he was in constant contact with Transport Minister Óscar Puente and Castilla-La Mancha regional president García-Page.
In a post on X, Sánchez said emergency teams were on the ground assisting those affected and ensuring their safety, in coordination with all relevant authorities. He concluded by extending his heartfelt condolences and sympathy to all the victims and their families.
Spain’s railway operator said the accident occurred on Wednesday morning in the Toledo area. Train services between Madrid, Ciudad Real and Andalusia have been suspended.
Spanish television reported that the collision involved two high-speed trains traveling in the same direction. One train struck the rear of the other, sending two carriages off the tracks.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez expressed his “deep sorrow” over the horrific accident, saying he was in constant contact with Transport Minister Óscar Puente and Castilla-La Mancha regional president García-Page.
In a post on X, Sánchez said emergency teams were on the ground assisting those affected and ensuring their safety, in coordination with all relevant authorities. He concluded by extending his heartfelt condolences and sympathy to all the victims and their families.
