Investigation underway to determine cause of train accident in Rychnov

An investigation is underway to determine the cause of a train accident in Rychnov u Jablonce nad Nisou, north of Prague, on Saturday afternoon. The train derailed but ground to a halt and remained upright. No deaths or injuries were reported. According to the Czech Railway Inspectorate the estimated damage is at around CZK 1.2 million. The route was closed until 10 pm on Saturday and a bus replacement service was provided for passengers.