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Milan Line 9 Tram Derails in City Center, Leaving One Dead and Dozens Injured

Prosecutors opened a manslaughter probe citing video that points to excessive speed.

Overview

  • The derailment occurred on viale Vittorio Veneto between via Vittorio Veneto and via Lazzaretto as the tram traveled toward Porta Venezia.
  • Regional emergency agency AREU reported a provisional toll of one death, one patient in critical condition, six in moderate condition and 32 with minor injuries.
  • Milan chief prosecutor Marcello Viola visited the scene, and the case file for manslaughter and negligent injury was assigned to prosecutor Elisa Calanducci.
  • Dashcam footage shows the tram leaving the tracks at high speed before striking a building, which investigators described as a devastating impact.
  • ATM expressed condolences and said it is providing investigators with records and onboard CCTV from the modern Tramlink train involved.