Multiple people injured following Gothenberg tram crash

20 Jun 2025 • 2:14 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • A tram derailed in Gothenburg, Sweden, on Thursday night, crashing into a pizzeria.
  • At least seven people were injured in the incident, including the tram driver, and were transported to a local hospital.
  • The accident occurred at the intersection of Kungsportsavenyn and Vasagatan, prompting a large emergency response and cordoning off the area.
  • Police reported that the tram was traveling at a high speed, causing it to derail and continue straight into the building.
  • Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident, examining whether serious carelessness reportedly contributed to the accident and injuries.

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