RCMP say a train derailed in Manitoba after a semi-truck failed to stop at a railway crossing.
On Tuesday, close to 2 p.m., RCMP say they responded to a collision at a railway crossing on Highway 101 in the RM of Springfield.
Police say a train was approaching the crossing when a semi-truck and trailer failed to stop at the rail crossing, went into the ditch and went over the train tracks, damaging them.
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The oncoming train could not stop in time and derailed when it went over the damaged tracks.
Police say the driver of the semi, a 69-year-old man, suffered minor injuries and was charged under the Highway Traffic Act with driving carelessly. He was issued a serious offence notice.
The southound lanes of Highway 101 were closed for several hours while officials worked to clear the derailment.
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