Car in the Baden District Collided with Railcar: 21-Year-Old Critically Injured

The 21-year-old driver from the Upper Austrian district of Perg was critically injured according to the Red Cross and was airlifted by emergency medical helicopter. The 18-year-old passenger was taken to the hospital for evaluation, while the train driver and the four passengers on the train reportedly suffered no injuries according to police information.

The accident occurred shortly before 2:30 PM at an unguarded railway crossing. According to ÖBB spokesperson Christopher Seif, the railcar derailed with all four axles, and a relief train was requested for possible removal. The passengers were evacuated with the help of the fire department, said the ÖBB spokesperson. According to Andreas Lachner-Zenker, the Red Cross was on site with three ambulances and two emergency medical vehicles.

Car Driver Was Flown to Wiener Neustadt

A helicopter flew the 21-year-old car driver to the University Hospital Wiener Neustadt, reported a police spokesperson upon request. The 18-year-old passenger from the Baden district was taken to the Baden State Hospital.

The Aspangbahn remained closed between Felixdorf station and Traiskirchen at least until the end of operations on (today's) Tuesday. A rail replacement service was set up. Up to 60 minutes of additional travel time should be planned, according to the ÖBB.

(APA/Red)

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