British tourists were present on trains involved in a tragic collision near a popular tourist spot, resulting in one fatality and 40 injuries. The incident occurred as two trains collided while transporting tourists to the renowned Machu Picchu in Peru from Ollantaytambo village.
Reports indicate that the train driver, Roberto Cárdenas, lost his life in the crash. Although it is uncertain if any British nationals were among the injured, tourists were among those harmed in the accident, according to local sources.
Footage from the scene shows two trains operated by Inca Rail and PeruRail crashing into each other on the route to Machu Picchu. Emergency services promptly responded to the scene around 1:20 pm local time, with passengers and crew seeking medical assistance for the wounded.
Inca Rail confirmed its train’s involvement in the collision and dispatched personnel to assist in evacuating passengers safely and efficiently. The remote location of the crash in the Andes mountains has complicated rescue efforts, causing concern among travelers and tour operators.
Authorities have halted local rail services to secure the area as rescue operations continue. Cusco governor Werner Salcedo criticized the handling of casualty transportation, expressing worries about prioritizing business interests over the well-being of the injured.
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