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Three Survive After Freight Train Hits Car at Santiago del Estero Crossing

Authorities are examining whether a mechanical failure left the Chevrolet stopped on the tracks as a prosecutor directs the forensic inquiry.

Overview

  • The collision occurred Tuesday morning at the Paso a Nivel Norte near kilometer 1052 by Los Ardiles in the Banda department.
  • All three occupants, residents of Tucumán, were taken to CIS Banda for observation with injuries described as non‑serious.
  • Police identified the car’s driver as Walter Jiménez, 39, who was traveling with a 76‑year‑old man and a 46‑year‑old woman, both surnamed González.
  • Train driver Eduardo Cisneros reported he tried to brake the 61‑wagon freight formation, which struck the car’s right side and dragged it several meters.
  • Subcomisaría de Los Quiroga and División Criminalística secured the scene, and prosecutor Cecilia Pacheco is overseeing pericias to determine the cause.