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Charges Filed Against Train Driver for Negligence Causing Death and Serious Injury Evidence Gathering Ongoing

Local17 May 2026 10:44 GMT+7

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Charges Filed Against Train Driver for Negligence Causing Death and Serious Injury Evidence Gathering Ongoing

Case "Train Collides with Bus" Makkasan police have charged the train driver with negligence causing death and serious injury after questioning him overnight, then releasing him on bail. They are expediting evidence collection to pursue further charges.

On 17 May 2026 GMT+7, following the train-bus collision in the jurisdiction of Makkasan Police Station, authorities charged the train driver with "negligent conduct causing death and serious injury". The driver was detained and questioned overnight, and after the investigation concluded, he was released on bail without custody.

Regarding other charges and possible additional accusations against involved parties, including the bus driver or railway staff, police stated they are still gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses to clarify case details.


This morning at Makkasan Police Station, reporters observed officials bringing some of the damaged cars and motorcycles from the incident to the station parking lot. These vehicles await condition inspection before proceeding with insurance and policy verification.

The bus involved in the accident was parked near the crash site, while the train locomotive was taken to Makkasan railway junction for safekeeping pending related inspections.


Police have recorded the testimony of the train barrier operator in the investigation file. However, clarification on the case direction and further action awaits official statements from superiors. Authorities emphasized their commitment to supporting the deceased and injured victims alongside conducting a thorough legal process.