Sewage spill caused deadly train derailment in Germany, police say

A deadly train derailment in Germany was caused by a sewage spill, according to the police. The incident resulted in the deaths of the train driver, another rail employee, and one passenger, while 41 people were injured. The train was traveling between the cities of Münster and Dortmund when it derailed. Prosecutors have stated that the cause of the derailment was a sewage spill on the tracks, which led to the train losing control. Authorities are currently investigating the incident to determine the exact circumstances and the source of the sewage spill. The railway line has been closed for repairs, and the cleanup efforts are ongoing. This tragic event has highlighted the importance of maintaining infrastructure and addressing potential hazards to ensure the safety of rail travel. The investigation will likely focus on identifying the causes of the sewage spill and implementing measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.