At approximately 3:30 AM, a train en route to The Hague collided with building equipment left on the tracks at Voorschoten. There have been multiple injuries and one death, spokespersons confirm.
According to the NOS, rescue services have confirmed that one person has been killed as a result of the crash, and many others have suffered injuries. The identity of the killed passenger has not been released.
Two of the train’s carriages remain on the tracks, while another two are located in the meadow. It is believed the train collided with a small construction crane.
Multiple injuries
Hollands Midden has confirmed that a total of 30 people have been injured, with 11 of those being cared for in surrounding homes. Anyone with serious injuries has been taken to nearby hospitals.
Translation: Several dozen people are being treated for injuries at the site and are being brought to hospital if necessary. Specialists are working to secure the train.
Among the injured is the train driver. However, their condition is unknown, NS spokesperson, Carola Belderbos, tells the NOS.
No trains to or from Leiden until 4 PM
As a result of the crash and damage to the tracks, there will be no trains to or from Leiden until at least 4 PM today.
An investigation must be carried out at the site, and traffic will only continue once the tracks have been repaired.
The Mayor of the municipality of Voorschoten, Nadine Stemerdink, has released a statement: “This is an incredibly tragic accident. I sympathise with the victims. Unfortunately, there is also a fatality. My thoughts go out to all the family and friends of those involved.”
Prime Minister, Mark Rutte has also released a statement.
Translation: A terrible train accident near Voorschoten, where, unfortunately, one person died, and many people were injured. My thoughts are with the relatives and with all the victims. I wish them all the best.
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