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ICE Strikes Car on Dortmund Level Crossing on Christmas Eve

Federal police are probing a suspected attempt to bypass a half-barrier at the crossing.

Overview

  • Authorities say the 75-year-old motorist exited the vehicle before impact and was treated for head and arm injuries.
  • ICE 615 carried 218 people, with one passenger receiving medical attention and no further injuries reported.
  • The train continued to Dortmund Hauptbahnhof, where passengers transferred to another ICE to resume their journeys.
  • Deutsche Bahn said the evacuation concluded around 21:25 with roughly two hours of delays and issued an apology to travelers.
  • Emergency teams provided psychological support to the train driver, and investigators are examining the car as the inquiry continues.