29 hurt as LRT 2 trains collide between Cubao, Anonas stations

MANILA, Philippines — Two trains of the Light Rail Transit 2 (LRT 2) collided between the Cubao and Anonas stations on Saturday, according to the Light Rail Transit Association (LRTA).

According to a Radyo Inquirer report, at least 29 passengers were injured and taken to a hospital.

Quoting a witness, Radyo Inquirer said a train full of passengers that was bound for the Santolan station hit a train parked on the tracks.

Some of the debris from the collision fell on the street below.

Lyn Janeo, LRTA communications officer, said the incident was still under investigation.

(Editor: Alexander T. Magno)