(BAD AIBLING, Germany) — Two morning commuter trains have collided in Bad Aibling in southern Germany, killing four people and injuring more than 100 others, police said.
The train manufacturer, Meridian released a statement in German, saying two trains collided just after 7am local time.
There is no detail on the condition of the two train drivers.
“The accident was a huge shock to us. We do everything to help travelers, families and employees” Managing Director of the Bavarian Oberland Bahn GmbH, which operates the trains, Bernd Rosenbusch says.
“We were quickly on the scene and were able to get an idea of the serious collision. We thank the emergency services and employees who have provided assistance as quickly” Fabian Amini, the technical director says.
The German Justice Minister, Heiko Maas, tweeted: “Quite bad news from #Bad Aibling. Our thoughts are with the victims + injured. Thanks to rescuers.”
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