Serious incident at Gara de Nord: A person was struck by an international train

A person was struck by the international train IRN 472, operated by CFR Călători, on Saturday evening at Bucharest North station in Bucharest. The incident occurred around 18:30, as the train was departing from platform 5.

The information was provided by the National Railway Company CFR SA, which stated that the competent authorities were expected at the scene to carry out the necessary checks and establish the circumstances in which the incident occurred.

So far, CFR SA has not provided details about the identity of the person who was struck or their condition. The investigation is expected to clarify how the incident occurred and any potential responsibilities.

The railway company announces that train traffic on the other lines at Bucharest North station is not affected and is operating normally.