Mexico City overpass collapses, killing 15

Several train carriages plunged to the ground, crushing at least one car, which was on a busy road underneath the overpass.

Mexico City overpass collapses, killing 15

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According to officials, at least 15 people were killed and dozens were injured after a metro overpass collapsed in Mexico City while a train was travelling on it.

Train carriages

Several train carriages plunged to the ground, crushing at least one car, which was on a busy road underneath the overpass.

Rescue workers and firefighters are searching for survivors but there are fears that the death toll could rise as some people may still be trapped under the rubble.

About 70 people were injured in the accident on Monday evening.

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