'Grim scene': BBC on site after crane collapses on train in Thailand

BBC News - WorldFiled 2026-01-14 · 13:24 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min

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A construction crane collapsed onto a moving train in north-eastern Thailand, resulting in at least 32 fatalities and 66 injuries. The incident derailed the train, crushed carriages, and caused a fire. Among the injured are a one-year-old and an 85-year-old, with seven individuals in critical condition. The BBC's correspondent described the accident site as "desperately grim." The State Railway of Thailand has initiated an investigation into the collapse and is pursuing legal action against the construction company responsible for the crane.

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The scene was described as "desperately grim".

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The State Railway of Thailand is taking legal action against the construction company.

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The State Railway of Thailand has launched an investigation into the incident.

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At least 32 people were killed and 66 others injured.

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A construction crane fell onto a moving train in north-eastern Thailand.

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1 min read · 105 words

A construction crane fell onto a moving train in north-eastern Thailand, killing at least 32 people and injuring 66 others.The crane derailed the train and crushed some of its carriages, one of which caught fire. A one-year-old and an 85-year-old are among those injured, with seven people in critical condition, according to authorities.BBC's South East Asia correspondent, Jonathan Head, described the scene as "desperately grim" as he showed the damaged caused in the accident.The Thailand" class="entity-link entity-organization" data-entity-id="11273" data-entity-type="organization">State Railway of Thailand has launched an investigation into the incident and announced that it is taking legal action against the construction company responsible for the crane.Read the full story here.

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