Two trains collided head-on in Denmark, causing injuries to at least 17 individuals, with four in critical condition, as reported by emergency services to Reuters. The incident occurred in a wooded area north of Copenhagen, on a train route connecting Hillerod and Kagerup, according to police statements. Both trains, displaying front-end damage, were depicted in images broadcast by public broadcaster DR.
A spokesperson for the rescue services confirmed that it was a head-on collision between two local trains, emphasizing that passengers had been evacuated from the trains, preventing anyone from being trapped. The spokesperson mentioned the dispatch of significant resources to the accident site to manage the aftermath.
Following the collision, the injured were swiftly evacuated from the scene via ambulances and helicopters, as stated by the fire department. The severity of the incident led to the transportation of the injured to medical facilities for further treatment.