Train Collision at Lviv Station Leaves Eight People Injured

A diesel passenger train operating on the Lviv–Sokal route collided with an electric locomotive at Pidzamche station in Lviv on October 8, leaving eight people injured, Ukrainian railway operator Ukrzaliznytsia confirmed.

Casualties and Damage

According to the Lviv Oblast Prosecutor's Office, the injured included the diesel train's driver, who sustained a leg injury and became trapped in the cab, the assistant driver, and six passengers. Rescuers worked to free the driver from the damaged cab. The drivers of the electric locomotive were unharmed.

Lviv Mayor Andriy Sadovyi confirmed that rescue workers were on scene, and that four passengers initially required medical attention, with the number later revised to six.

Official Statements

Ukrzaliznytsia stated: "During departure from Pidzamche station, the Lviv–Sokal diesel train collided with an electric locomotive. The diesel train driver sustained a leg injury; medical assistance is also being provided to passengers. The electric locomotive drivers were unharmed."

The railway operator added that all key railway specialists and special services were at the scene conducting a thorough investigation into the circumstances.

Investigation

The Halytska District Prosecutor's Office of Lviv opened a criminal investigation under Article 276, Part 2 of the Ukrainian Criminal Code, which covers violations of railway safety rules causing medium or serious bodily harm or significant property damage.

Context

The incident occurred at Pidzamche, a key railway junction in Lviv. Ukraine's rail network plays a critical role in the country's wartime logistics, transporting both passengers and military supplies. Incidents on the railway network receive close attention given the strategic importance of rail infrastructure during the ongoing conflict.