Train Collision In Spain: 39 Passengers Killed & 122 Injured

Córdoba, Spain - At least 39 passengers died when two trains crashed in Córdoba around 19:45 on Sunday. Córdoba is a city in Andalusia, a southern region of Spain, and it is the provincial capital.

According to official reports, out of 122 people who received medical care for their injuries, 48, including five children, are still in the hospital.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has announced three days of mourning and vowed to conduct a "thorough and absolutely transparent" investigation into the tragedy. 

The high-speed train service between Madrid and Andalusia will be halted until at least Friday. 

Local media reports that authorities have started up offices in numerous locations where victims' relatives may provide DNA samples to assist in the deceased's identification.



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