Milan, April 13 – A tragic incident occurred on Saturday evening, April 12, 2026, near the Milan Greco Pirelli railway station, where a man was hit and killed by a train. The accident took place around 11:00 PM, close to Via Ernesto Breda, transforming a quiet evening into a scene of tragedy.
Fatal Collision Near Greco Pirelli Station
According to initial reports, the man was on the tracks when he was struck by a train in transit. The impact was severe, and the victim died instantly. Emergency medical services from the Regional Emergency Agency (AREU) arrived promptly at the scene but could only confirm the man’s death due to the fatal injuries sustained in the collision.
Investigation Underway to Identify Victim and Circumstances
Railway police and firefighters were dispatched to the site to secure the area and conduct preliminary investigations. As of Sunday morning, the victim has not yet been identified. Authorities are working to determine the exact dynamics of the incident, considering possibilities ranging from an imprudent crossing of the tracks to a voluntary act.
The incident caused significant disruptions and delays on the railway line, as operations to recover the body and allow judicial authorities to conduct their investigations took several hours. Train circulation returned to normal only after the area was cleared and all necessary assessments were completed to reconstruct the man’s final moments.
Disruptions to Rail Traffic
The accident led to considerable delays and interruptions on the railway line, impacting passengers and services. The circulation was fully restored once the recovery operations and investigations were concluded, ensuring the safety of the tracks and allowing for the normal flow of traffic.
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