Train-Car Collision Near Seoksu Station Injures Two

This morning, a serious accident occurred near Seoksu Station in the Seoul metropolitan area involving a collision between a subway train and a private vehicle. The car reportedly broke through a railway barrier and collided head-on with an incoming train. Fortunately, the driver and a passenger managed to escape the vehicle just before the train impacted, sustaining only minor injuries. They were subsequently transported to a hospital for treatment. At the time of the accident, approximately 300 passengers were on board the train, and none were reported injured. Eyewitnesses described the chaotic scene, with debris from the car littering the area and a damaged wall from the collision. The train services were temporarily disrupted due to the incident. An investigation by police revealed that the driver claimed the car's brakes had failed, leading to the collision. Preliminary findings indicated no signs of intoxication or other unusual conditions while driving. The driver will undergo further questioning once medical treatment is completed. This incident underscores the importance of vehicle safety, especially at crossings where traffic controls are critical to ensuring the safety of all road and rail users.