Overview
- A regional TER struck the trailer of a tractor that became stuck on the Noordpeene level crossing on the evening of Friday, October 2.
- The train driver was reported gravely injured with no immediate threat to life, and early reports list several passengers with minor injuries with counts varying between outlets.
- SNCF suspended traffic between Dunkerque and Hazebrouck and said it aims to resume service around Sunday midday while arranging substitute transport.
- Mayors from Ochtezeele and Noordpeene secured the crossing, passengers were taken to the Noordpeene community hall, and crews are carrying out recovery and evacuation operations on site.
- Gendarmes have opened an official inquiry to determine the precise cause of the collision and the findings may affect level crossing procedures and local operations.