Identifying the Victims and Their Backgrounds
The Comisión Ejecutiva de Atención a Víctimas (CEAV) reported that the death toll from the Interoceanic train derailment has risen to 14, with another passenger, Hilda Alcántara, a 73-year-old woman, succumbing to her injuries on Thursday. Alcántara was initially treated at the Hospital Tehuantepec of ISSSTE and later transferred to the Intensive Care Unit of the Regional High Specialty Hospital of IMSS Bienestar for specialized medical care and emergency surgical procedures.
CEAV’s Statement and Support for the Family
In a statement released on their social media platforms, CEAV expressed its deepest condolences for the loss of Alcántara and extended its sincerest solidarity to her family during this challenging time. The organization emphasized its commitment to providing support and assistance to the victims’ families as they navigate this tragic situation.
Investigation Progress and Updates
The Fiscalía General de la República (FGR) has reported significant advancements in the investigation of the train accident. Key developments include the extraction of the train’s black box and the thorough examination of the derailment site. Furthermore, the FGR has confirmed that the families of the 13 other victims have been notified and received their loved ones’ remains.
Accident Details and Impact
On December 28, the Interoceanic train, carrying 241 passengers and nine crew members, derailed approximately 80 kilometers from Salina Cruz, Oaxaca. The train was en route along the Interoceanic Corridor, connecting the Pacific coast to the Gulf of Mexico through the Tehuantepec Isthmus, a notable infrastructure project during former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador’s administration (2018-2024).
According to reports from the Mexican Navy, the first car fell into a 6.5-meter deep ravine, while the second car remained partially suspended. The remaining cars sustained only minor damage.
Key Questions and Answers
- Who were the victims? The 14 fatalities included Hilda Alcántara, a 73-year-old woman, along with 13 others whose identities and backgrounds have been shared with their families.
- What is the current status of the investigation? The Fiscalía General de la República has made progress in the investigation, including the retrieval of the train’s black box and the examination of the derailment site.
- What was the extent of the damage to the train? The first car fell into a ravine approximately 6.5 meters deep, the second car remained partially suspended, and the remaining cars suffered only minor damage.
