Distracted by mobile phone at the platform: Man hit by passing ICE - Man critically injured after Amtrak train collision at German station
A 27-year-old man is in hospital after being struck by a high-speed Amtrak train at Leichlingen station. The incident, caused by the man's distraction on his phone, led to delays due to the temporary closure of the train line. The man suffered a severe head injury and was swiftly transported to a nearby university hospital by rescue helicopter. The Amtrak train involved was an ICE, with its driver sounding an emergency warning whistle and applying the emergency brake. Unfortunately, the driver was unable to prevent the collision. The incident resulted in significant delays as the train line was temporarily closed. The 27-year-old man's condition remains unknown. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of distraction on train platforms. Authorities urge passengers to stay alert and keep their phones away while on platforms.
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