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Cranes Begin Raising Derailed Regional Train Near Pocking as Line Closure Persists

Authorities are evaluating infrastructure damage to set a reopening timetable following a collision that injured ten people

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Nach dem Zusammenstoß eines Zugs mit einem Lastwagen mit zehn Verletzten in Niederbayern sind die Bergungsarbeiten abgeschlossen. Den Schaden beziffert die Polizei auf zweieinhalb Millionen Euro.
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Overview

  • The collision occurred on May 28 at an unguarded crossing near Pocking when a regional train carrying 15 people struck a truck, causing derailment and significant damage.
  • Ten individuals were injured in the crash, including three with serious injuries among the truck driver and train staff.
  • Railway crews removed the truck in the early hours of Thursday and began lifting the derailed carriages with two cranes on Friday.
  • Südostbayernbahn experts are inspecting tracks and crossings to determine repair needs.
  • Deutsche Bahn anticipates the PockingPfarrkirchen line will remain closed for at least one week pending damage assessment.