Eight people were slightly injured on Friday morning in a collision between two trams in Rotterdam. Three of them had to go to the hospital, but their injuries do not appear to be serious.
The accident happened around 8:00 AM, the police confirm after reports from Rijnmond. At a tram stop in the center of Rotterdam, two trams collided that were both en route to Rotterdam Central station.
Eight occupants were injured in the collision, the police report. Three of them had to go to the hospital, but they also have minor injuries, according to the police. The tram drivers were unharmed.
What exactly happened is not yet clear. Possibly the rear tram driver braked too late or did not keep enough distance, says the police spokesperson. The investigation is still ongoing.
The rear tram driver has been arrested. The police are investigating whether he was driving under the influence. This is a standard procedure.
Transport company RET is shocked and sympathizes with those involved, the company said. The RET is also investigating the cause of the collision itself.
Due to the accident, some tram lines have been diverted. The Kruisplein remains accessible by tram. All trams are expected to run according to schedule again in the course of the morning, RET expects.