Crash Location and Time
A serious train collision happened early Thursday morning in North Zealand, Denmark, between Hillerød and Kagerup, around 40 km northwest of Copenhagen. The accident occurred at 06:29 local time on a railway line that serves commuters, students, and workers in the region.
Casualties and Emergency Response
According to police and medical officials, 37 passengers were on board the two trains. Five people were critically injured, while 13 others sustained minor to moderate injuries. Emergency teams quickly responded and transported the injured to nearby hospitals, including air evacuation for the most serious cases.
Fire and rescue services reached the scene shortly after the crash was reported. Authorities confirmed that several railway staff members were also injured in the incident.
What Officials Know So Far
Investigators have not yet confirmed the cause of the collision. The Danish Accident Investigation Board is working alongside police to determine what went wrong.
Early assessments suggest multiple possible causes, including a signalling system failure or human error. Officials have stressed that it is too early to draw conclusions.
Local and National Reaction
The mayor of Gribskov municipality described the incident as deeply distressing and said the injured included local residents who regularly use the line for daily travel.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen expressed serious concern over the accident and said she was closely monitoring developments.
Rail operator Lokaltog called the crash one of the most severe incidents the railway sector can face. The company confirmed that it is gathering technical data to support the investigation.
Investigation Continues
Specialists from the national railway safety authority arrived at the site during the morning hours. They are examining track systems, signalling data, and operational records to understand how two trains ended up on a collision path.
Authorities have emphasized that all possibilities remain open while the investigation is ongoing.
