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Tourist Train Overturns in Cártama, Injuring 17

Local officials say the injuries are not thought to be life-threatening as police open an inquiry into why the wagon tipped.

Overview

  • A tourist road‑train overturned while turning at a crossing on Santo Cristo road on Saturday evening, leaving the carriage on its side.
  • Emergency crews treated people at the scene and four passengers were taken to a nearby hospital, three of them children.
  • Local authorities report a total of 17 people were injured and that none of the reported injuries are believed to be serious.
  • The free train was carrying about 30 people as part of la Ruta de la Tapa y el Cóctel festival, which runs from 10–14 June and makes multiple stops around Cártama.
  • Organisers suspended the service for the weekend and local police have launched an investigation into the cause, with authorities and hospitals expected to report further findings.