Spain train crash latest: At least 39 dead after high speed rail collision in Toledo

Spain train crash Aftermath of high speed rail collision in Toledo.mp4 At least 39 people have been killed after two high-speed trains collided in Spain. The two trains crashed just after 9am, causing two carriages two derail, a government spokesperson for the Castilla La Mancha region said, adding that the cause and full number of casualties were still being determined. Images shared on social media show carriages on their side in a ditch, with emergency services called to the scene. Rail operator Adif said the incident occurred between the towns of Mora and Orgaz, and involved a Renfe and an Iryo high speed train travelling from Madrid to Seville.Manuel Galan, the mayor of Urda near the central city of Toledo, said he had been asked by emergency services to prepare a sports hall to accommodate the injured."Traffic on the Madrid-Andalusia high-speed rail line has been suspended following a rear-end collision between two trains," Adif said in a message posted on X.Prime minister Pedro Sanchez said that he was “shocked by the serious train accident in Toledo” as he passed on his “affection, solidarity, and support to all the victims and their families.” Have you been affected by this? If so, email bryony.gooch.ind@independent.co.ukMapped: Where two high-speed trains collided between Madrid and SevilleBryony Gooch28 October 2026 09:59Watch: Aftermath of high speed rail collision in ToledoSpain train crash Aftermath of high speed rail collision in Toledo.mp4Bryony Gooch28 October 2026 09:59Survivor says 'people were thrown from the train' - reportA survivor has told El Pais that the train crash was “brutal”.Jesús Jerónimo, 54, said he was traveling in carriage two of the AVE high-speed train to Seville, where he often goes for work meetings as a medical consultant. “I was working on my laptop when I felt a very strong acceleration and I crashed into the seat in front of me,” he told the outlet. “People were thrown from the train. We thought we had derailed. Then, little by little, we got out and saw that our train was tilted. There were many injured people and a lot of people shaken up. I saw papers on the floor and a child who was fine. Right now, we were helping the emergency services, holding IV bags with our hands… The firefighters, however, are working on the most damaged section of the train.” Jerónimo added that his train stopped shortly after leaving Atocha station, about 20 minutes in, and then started moving again.Bryony Gooch28 October 2026 09:58Political leaders clear agendas to focus on Toledo crashPrime minister Pedro Sanchez's agenda, published on the Spanish government's website, had been cleared ‌for the day following a serious train crash in Toledo. ​The opposition People's Party also cancelled ‌all campaign events, a spokesperson said.Bryony Gooch28 October 2026 09:55Pictured: Carriages derailed in 'serious' train accident(Social media)(Social media)Bryony Gooch28 October 2026 09:45Spain's prime minister breaks silence after 'serious train accident'Pedro Sanchez has spoken out after a “serious train accident in Toledo.”The prime minister said on X: “Shocked by the serious train accident in Toledo. I remain in constant contact with the Minister of Transport, and with the president of Castilla-La Mancha. “Emergency services are working on the ground to assist those affected and ensure their safety, in coordination with all the involved administrations. My affection, solidarity, and support to all the victims and their families.”Bryony Gooch28 October 2026 09:43At least 39 people dead - reportAt least 39 people have been killed in the crash, local authorities have told Sky News.Local government spokesperson Esther Padilla originally reported 10 people were confirmed dead from the high speed collision near Toledo in Spain.Bryony Gooch28 October 2026 09:39'We fear the worst' says federal coordinator Antonio Maillo - reportFederal coordinator Antonio Maíllo has reportedly said he fears “the worst” from the “very serious accident”.Maíllo said that he was “asolutely dismayed” by the incident as he urged caution, according to El Pais.“I am shocked by the images, and I am waiting for more information,” said the spokesperson for Por Andalucía, who indicated that he fears “the worst.”The left-wing leader, a frequent train user, said it was possible "many workers" were traveling on the trains involved in the accident and insisted that, seeing the images of the crash, he fears "the worst."Bryony Gooch28 October 2026 09:36Disruption expected as two trains collide in SpainTraffic on the Madrid-Andalucía high-speed line has been interrupted due to a collision between two trains, Adif says.Bryony Gooch28 October 2026 09:31Two trains collide in Andalusia region with multiple casualtiesTwo high-speed trains have collided in Spain, prompting the suspension of the line connecting Madrid to the southern Andalusia region, rail operator Adif said on Wednesday."Traffic on the Madrid-Andalusia high-speed rail line has been suspended following a rear-end collision between two trains," Adif said in a message posted on X.A Renfe and an Iryo train crashed just after 9am (8am GMT), causing two Iryo wagons to derail, a government spokesperson for the Castilla La Mancha region said, adding that the cause and number of injuries were still being determined.Rail operator Adif said the incident occurred between the towns of Mora and Orgaz, and involved a Renfe and an Iryo high speed train travelling from Madrid to Seville.Manuel Galan, the mayor of Urda near the central city of Toledo, said he had been asked by emergency services to prepare a sports hall to accommodate the injured.Sam Rkaina28 October 2026 09:20