Police in Capellen have confirmed that video evidence rules out third-party involvement in the fatal train accident in Leudelange last week.
Three days after the incident, the victim’s family met with investigators at their own request, accompanied by their lawyer. During the meeting, they were informed that camera recordings clearly show the event was a tragic accident. The prosecutor’s office stressed that outside influence can be ruled out.
When asked whether a complaint had been filed, the prosecutor’s office stated that this was not the case at present.
Rumours circulating
Following the accident, rumours were circulating among young people claiming the boy was struck deliberately. The prosecutor’s office rejected this speculation as unfounded, warning that such claims only deepen the family’s grief: "It is sad that people spread such rumours and cause additional misery to the family," it said in writing.
The fatal accident occurred on Wednesday, 6 August, when a train travelling from Longwy towards Luxembourg City struck a 16-year-old at high speed while passing through Leudelange station.
According to RTL information, the teenager was wearing headphones and attempted to cross the tracks behind a train standing at the platform.
The identity of the young boy was later revealed by FC Luxembourg City's youth football squad.
