Tragic Collision: Train Hits School Van at Belgian Crossing
A devastating train accident in the Belgian town of Buggenhout claimed four lives, including two special needs students. The collision at a level crossing involved a school van carrying seven pupils and a teacher aide. Despite safety barriers being down, the crash led to shock across Europe.
Devdiscourse News Desk | (Adds Details On Collision In Paragraphs 1 And 3 | Updated: 26-05-2026 16:27 IST | Created: 26-05-2026 16:27 IST
A train and school van collision in Buggenhout, Belgium, resulted in four fatalities, including two special needs students. The tragedy occurred at a level-crossing, despite safety barriers being in place.
Minister Jean-Luc Crucke confirmed the barriers were down, yet the impact was catastrophic. Images showed the van's crumpled front lying by the track.
European Commission's Ursula von der Leyen expressed grief. Belgium's complex rail network has witnessed 36 deaths in 168 crossings since 2021.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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