16 Cows Killed in Train Collision in Belarus: Negligence Cited

Sixteen cows perished in a tragic accident on May 1st, 2025, near the Glushany-Oboľ railway line in Shumilinsky district, Vitebsk Oblast, Belarus. A train collided with a herd of cows that had strayed onto the tracks. The Vitebsk Transport Prosecutor's office investigated, concluding that an agricultural enterprise failed to adhere to safety regulations near the railway, leading to the accident. "The negligence of the agricultural enterprise resulted in the death of 16 animals and damage to the train," stated a representative from the prosecutor's office. The accident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of adhering to safety regulations near railway lines.