Bodies of Victims Returned to Families
The Mexican Fiscal General de la República (FGR) announced on Wednesday afternoon that the bodies of those who perished in the recent train derailment along the Interoceanic Corridor have been handed over to their families following the completion of autopsies.
Coordination with Agencies for Investigation
In a concise statement, the FGR detailed that personnel from the Fiscalía Especializada de Control Regional (FECOR) and elements of the Agencia de Investigación Criminal (AIC) took charge of delivering the bodies to their families. This coordination aims to advance the ongoing investigation into the accident.
Investigation Updates and Key Actions
The FGR reported several key developments in the investigation, including:
- Extraction of the locomotive’s black box
- Inspection and lifting of the damaged train units
- Conducting various peritajes (technical examinations)
The FGR mentioned that they have gathered diverse reports on the incident, such as external inspections of passenger cars involved in the accident, forensic services work leading to technical reports, acquiring various certifications and photographic evidence, vehicle identification, determining the cause of events, verifying right-of-way issues, capturing video evidence of people, locations, and objects, as well as necropsy studies.
The FGR emphasized that their priority is to ensure comprehensive repair for the victims in collaboration with the Comisión Ejecutiva de Atención a Víctimas (CEAV).
Collaborative Efforts with Multiple Institutions
According to the FGR, personnel from the Fiscalía Especializada de Control Regional (FECOR) has maintained communication and coordinated work with various federal, state, and local institutions involved or related to the investigation. Their clear objective is to advance the investigation plan.
Background on the Train Derailment
On December 28, at 9:28 AM local time, approximately 80 km from Salina Cruz, Oaxaca—where the train departed for its journey along the Interoceanic Corridor connecting the Pacific coast to the Gulf of Mexico via Tehuantepec Isthmus—a significant infrastructure project during former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador’s term (2018-2024)—the train derailed.
According to the Mexican Navy’s reports, the first passenger car fell into a 6.5-meter deep ravine, while the second car hung partially off the tracks. The remaining two cars sustained only minor damage.
Key Questions and Answers
- Q: Who is responsible for the investigation? A: The Fiscalía Especializada de Control Regional (FECOR) is leading the investigation, working closely with other federal, state, and local institutions.
- Q: What progress has been made in the investigation? A: Key developments include extracting the locomotive’s black box, inspecting and lifting damaged train units, and conducting various technical examinations.
- Q: What is the Interoceanic Corridor? A: The Interoceanic Corridor connects Mexico’s Pacific coast to the Gulf of Mexico through the Tehuantepec Isthmus, a significant infrastructure project initiated during former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador’s term.
- Q: How many people were on the train when it derailed? A: There were 241 passengers and nine crew members on board the train at the time of the derailment.
