A tram accident in Strasbourg has left 68 people injured, marking one of the most serious incidents in the city’s transport history.
The crash occurred on Saturday near Strasbourg’s central train station, a busy hub outside Paris.
The collision involved a stationary tram that was struck by another tram that unexpectedly began moving backwards.
Authorities reported that the moving tram, which had earlier stopped due to congestion, rolled downhill into the station, causing a violent crash.
Both trams were packed with passengers, creating a chaotic scene that left dozens injured. Emergency services quickly responded to the accident, which unfolded in a tunnel beneath the station.
Witnesses described the crash as alarming, with the force of the collision damaging both trams and injuring passengers inside.
Local officials confirmed that the injuries ranged from cuts and fractures to trauma-related conditions.
Around 100 passengers managed to escape without harm.
The public prosecutor’s office has launched an investigation into the incident, focusing on the possibility of mechanical failure or other technical issues.
Early findings have ruled out any deliberate act, but the exact cause remains unknown.
Transport officials revealed that the two tram drivers were not physically harmed but were left deeply shaken by the event.
Tram services at the station have been suspended temporarily, with ongoing efforts to assess and repair the damage.
Transport experts have called the accident a rare occurrence, particularly in such a densely populated area.
