French officials investigate if 'malicious act' caused train derailment
Summary
Officials in northern France are investigating whether a passenger train derailment was caused by a deliberate harmful action. A piece of rail with an unknown origin was found on the tracks, and 44 people were treated for injuries after the derailment near Cléon.Key Facts
- The train was traveling between Rouen and Caen in Normandy.
- There were 186 passengers on board at the time of the accident.
- Fourty-four passengers received medical treatment; one 18-year-old woman was airlifted in critical condition.
- About 140 firefighters and emergency workers responded to the incident.
- The derailment happened shortly before 8:00 PM local time.
- A rail fragment was found on the tracks, but why it was there is unknown.
- The train driver tested negative for drugs and alcohol.
- Authorities are investigating if the derailment was caused by a malicious act, meaning intentional harm.
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