Tragedy on the Tracks in Cerveteri: Man Dies After Being Struck by Train
Cerveteri, February 7, 2026 – A 65-year-old man was killed yesterday, February 6, after being hit by a train near the Marina di Cerveteri station. The tragic event, which occurred around 12:00 PM on the Rome-Pisa railway line, resulted in immediate fatalities and caused significant disruptions to train services throughout the afternoon.
Fatal Incident Near Marina di Cerveteri Station
The incident took place yesterday afternoon, around 12:00 PM, as a train struck the man in the vicinity of the Marina di Cerveteri station. Emergency services and railway police (Polfer) were immediately dispatched to the scene to conduct investigations and manage the situation. According to initial reports, the impact was fatal, leaving no chance for the victim.
Investigations are currently underway to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the tragedy. Authorities are working to ascertain whether the incident was an accident or a voluntary act. Elena Gubetti, the Mayor of Cerveteri, was present at the scene and expressed her condolences, stating, “This morning, unfortunately, a dramatic incident occurred at the Marina di Cerveteri Railway Station, in which a person lost their life.”
Significant Disruptions to Rail Traffic
The fatal incident led to immediate and widespread disruptions on the critical Rome-Pisa railway line. Initially, train circulation was suspended between Santa Severa and Ladispoli. By approximately 2:00 PM, services gradually began to resume, but significant delays and cancellations persisted for several hours.
The disruptions affected various categories of trains:
- High-Speed Trains: The high-speed train from Genova Piazza Principe (6:50 AM) to Roma Termini (12:18 PM) experienced a one-hour delay. Another high-speed train from Roma Termini (10:57 AM) to Genova Piazza Principe (5:02 PM) was rerouted from Rome to Pisa via Florence, bypassing stops at Civitavecchia, Grosseto, Campiglia Marittima, and Livorno Centrale, as confirmed by Trenitalia.
- Intercity Trains: Intercity service 505 from Ventimiglia (6:37 AM) to Roma Termini (2:33 PM) was canceled between Civitavecchia and Roma Termini.
- Regional Trains: Regional services also faced considerable delays and cancellations, impacting commuters and travelers throughout the afternoon.
To mitigate the impact of the cancellations, a replacement bus service was arranged for passengers traveling to Roma Ostiense and Roma Termini, particularly for those affected by the canceled Intercity train.
Ongoing Investigation and Community Impact
The Polfer agents are continuing their detailed investigations at the site of the incident to gather all necessary evidence. The primary objective is to reconstruct the events leading up to the tragedy and establish the cause. The community of Cerveteri has been deeply affected by the news, and the presence of Mayor Gubetti at the scene underscored the gravity of the situation.
The incident highlights the critical importance of railway safety and the profound impact such events have on both individuals and public services. Further updates on the investigation are expected as more information becomes available.
