At least 17 people injured in two train collision in Italy

At least 17 people injured in two train collision in Italy

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Two trains collided at low speed in northeastern Italy, leaving 17 people slightly injured; the accident caused significant disruption to traffic on the Bologna-Rimini line.

On Sunday evening, December 10, in northeastern Italy, two trains traveling at low speed as a result of a collision between two trains moving at low speed, 17 people were injured. This was reported by firefighters and the Italian railway company, UNN reports. It is noted that the accident led to significant disruptions in traffic in the area.

The collision between the Frecciarossa and a regional train on the Bologna-Rimini line, between Faenza and Forlì

firefighters reported, adding that the relief operation was completed.

A spokesman for the Trenitalia railroad company said that the accident caused minor injuries and bruises. There were no serious injuries, as the collision occurred at a very low speed.

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According to him, investigative actions are being taken to establish the causes of the accident. Photos and videos posted on social media show how two trains collided and emergency services are working.