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No injuries in freight train derailment in Scarborough

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Emergency officials investigate derailment in Scarborough
WATCH: Officials said on Sunday that no injuries were reported following the derailment of five freight train cars overnight in Scarborough – Nov 11, 2018

Emergency officials are investigating what caused five freight train cars to derail overnight in Scarborough.

Investigators said they received a call around 2:41 a.m. for a train derailment at Kennedy Road and Eglinton Avenue East.

Police said there were three cars on their side, with one partially blocking traffic on Kennedy Road.

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Officers said they believe the train was carrying hazardous materials on board, but no leaks were discovered.

Investigators said no injuries have been reported from this incident.

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CN Rail says no dangerous goods were released from the train cars and that the company is working with local emergency services.

–With files from the Canadian Press

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