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A 39-year-old woman died Thursday after being struck by a train in Ganshoren, Belgium, authorities confirmed. The incident occurred at a railway crossing at the intersection of Bosstraat and Negen Provincieslaan, prompting disruptions to train service.
According to federal police, the woman was hit while attempting to cross the tracks. The railway crossing has been described as a “black crossing,” indicating a lack of typical safety barriers.
Train traffic was temporarily suspended following the collision, though service has since resumed. The accident is under investigation.
This incident underscores the dangers present at unprotected railway crossings and highlights the importance of pedestrian safety near train tracks.
