Minibus Collides with Train at French Channel Tunnel Terminal, 19 Injured

At least 19 people were injured on Thursday evening after a minibus collided with a train at a loading platform for the Channel Tunnel in northern France, according to the local prefect’s office. Authorities confirmed that none of the injuries were life-threatening.

The accident occurred at the Eurotunnel site, where the minibus was carrying truck drivers preparing to board the Le Shuttle service. The vehicle crashed into a train that was about to depart from the loading platform.

Emergency services, including ambulances, a helicopter and police, responded to the incident. Authorities have not reported any life-threatening injuries, while further details about the circumstances of the collision remain unclear.

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