Overview
- The collision occurred around 07:30 in central Tula and involved a tram, two route minibuses and two cars.
- About 20 people were injured, with five in severe condition according to regional health minister Sergey Mukhin.
- Preliminary findings indicate the tram derailed because of a defect in the track and crossed into the opposite lane.
- Emergency services and traffic police remain at the scene, with district prosecutor Vladimir Savich coordinating operations.
- Authorities said the victims were passengers of public transport and reported no children among the dead or injured.