Tram collision in Strasbourg leaves 68 injured, authorities rule out deliberate act

strasbourg - A collision between two trams at the busy Strasbourg station on Saturday left 68 people injured, according to local authorities. Investigators have ruled out any deliberate act after initial examination. Both tram drivers are reported to be unharmed but deeply shocked.

A total of 68 people were injured in a tram collision in Strasbourg, which occurred near the busy train station. The incident took place in a tunnel where one tram got stuck on a slope due to heavy traffic and then rolled back down, colliding with another tram. Both trams were carrying dozens of passengers. The fire department reported head injuries, broken collarbones, and strained knees among the victims. Emergency services stated that the outcome could have been much worse.

While authorities have concluded that there was no intent behind the collision, they are investigating possible criminal negligence. The tram company stated that both tram drivers are 'deeply shocked' but physically unharmed. Strasbourg station is one of the busiest in France, and tram services in the vicinity have been temporarily suspended.