Cable thefts leave thousands stranded on Spanish trains
Summary
A large number of passengers were stuck on trains in Spain after copper cables were stolen, stopping high-speed train services between Madrid and southern Spain. The services are now running normally again, and an investigation is underway to identify those responsible.Key Facts
- Thousands of people were stuck on trains in Spain due to stolen copper cables.
- The theft affected high-speed train services between Madrid and the southern region of Andalusia.
- More than 10,000 passengers were impacted, including those traveling between Madrid, Seville, Malaga, Valencia, and Granada.
- The theft occurred at five spots along the rail line.
- The thefts were called a "serious act of sabotage" by Transport Minister Óscar Puente.
- The stranded passengers had to spend a night on the trains.
- The theft came after a weekend in Madrid and before the Feria festival in Seville.
- Copper prices have increased recently, leading to more thefts from train and telecommunication networks.
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