Fatal Accident Halts Train Traffic Near Lyon
Lyon, May 28, 2026 – A tragic incident occurred yesterday, Thursday, May 28, 2026, in Saint-Priest, a suburb of Lyon, where a pedestrian was fatally struck by a train. The accident, which took place around 12:30 PM, led to the immediate suspension of all train services in the area, causing extensive delays at Lyon Part-Dieu station, with some reaching up to four and a half hours.
Emergency Response and Investigation Underway
According to SNCF, train traffic was completely halted at the request of law enforcement and emergency services to ensure their safe intervention. Despite the efforts of rescuers, the person involved did not survive the severe injuries. The exact circumstances surrounding the tragedy are not yet known, and an investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the accident.
Significant Disruptions for Travelers
The consequences of the accident were immediately felt by thousands of travelers. Lyon Part-Dieu, a major rail hub, experienced considerable disruptions. Reports indicate that some trains, such as one arriving from Nice, were delayed by as much as 4 hours and 30 minutes. Another train originating from Marseille faced a delay of 3 hours and 40 minutes.
This incident follows closely on the heels of another major disruption just two days prior, when a massive power outage affected travelers arriving at or departing from Lyon Part-Dieu. These consecutive events highlight ongoing challenges for rail transport in the region.
SNCF Confirms Resumption of Services
As of 4:00 PM on Thursday, May 28, SNCF confirmed that train circulation was gradually resuming. However, residual delays were expected to persist throughout the afternoon and evening as services worked to normalize schedules.
Travelers are advised to check the SNCF website or app for real-time updates on train schedules and potential further delays. Authorities continue their investigation into the fatal incident in Saint-Priest.
