A collision between two high-speed trains in the province of Toledo, Spain, left at least 68 dead this Wednesday, October 28, 2026, according to the toll reported by Reuters. Emergency teams continued working in the wreckage.
Rescue and disruption of services
The Associated Press reported that one train struck the rear of another that was stopped, causing two carriages to derail. The trains were carrying hundreds of passengers and belonged to operators Renfe and Iryo.
The response mobilized medical teams, firefighters, police, and a military emergency unit. Injured people were taken to regional hospitals, and local authorities made facilities available to accommodate passengers.
Rail traffic between Madrid, Ciudad Real, and Andalusia was suspended after the accident, according to the AP report.
Updating death toll
The consulted version from the AP recorded 64 deaths. Reuters later reported at least 68. These figures represent successive death tolls and should not be added together; the total may change as search efforts progress.
Investigation
According to Reuters, Transport Minister Oscar Puente stated that the Renfe train received authorization to proceed despite a red signal. This is a preliminary statement from authorities, not a definitive conclusion of the investigation.
