Tram collision in Düsseldorf leaves dozens injured

On Saturday, May 23, 2026, two trams were involved in a head-on collision in Düsseldorf, Germany, at approximately 11:30 a.m. The accident occurred at a busy intersection in the western part of the city. Emergency services responded immediately to the scene. Official reports regarding the number of casualties vary; Greek state broadcaster ERT reported over 50 injuries, with 28 people hospitalized and 28 others treated on-site. Conversely, Focus Online reported a total of 27 injuries, including five individuals in serious condition, while noting that no one faces life-threatening risks. Local police have initiated an investigation to determine the cause of the incident. Authorities are currently working to reconcile these conflicting casualty figures.