Tragedy in Bilaydah: Train Kills Two Children, Angry Residents Attack Guard and Set Post Ablaze
October 22, 2024The fate of the railway guard is uncertain following the attack by the crowd.
Local authorities confirmed that the railway guard was present at the level crossing at the time of the accident.
Despite these initiatives, train accidents continue to pose significant risks, as highlighted by a recent crash earlier this month that resulted in one death and over 20 injuries.
On October 21, 2024, a tragic incident occurred in Bilaydah, a town near Cairo, where a train killed two children who were crossing the tracks on their way to school.
In the aftermath, angry residents confronted the guard, assaulted him, and set fire to his post, although his condition remains unclear.
Witnesses reported that the children were attempting to cross at a non-pedestrian designated area, despite the level crossing being officially closed to pedestrians.
This incident underscores the ongoing safety issues surrounding train travel in Egypt, where train accidents are frequent.
The Egyptian government has introduced various initiatives in recent years aimed at improving railway safety.
The incident has sparked outrage among local residents, reflecting broader concerns about railway safety in the region.
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AP News • Oct 21, 2024
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Crowd in Egypt attacks a railway guard after 2 children are run over