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Sabotage confirmed in YCRT coal train derailment
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Sabotage confirmed in YCRT coal train derailment investigation
A freight train operated by Yacimientos Carboníferos Río Turbio (YCRT) derailed near the Ingeniero Cappa siding on October 7 while transporting approximately 600 tons of coal for export toward Punta Loyola port. coal. The incident involved a locomotive and several wagons. Authorities wagons, with two wagons overturning and labor unions have raised one derailing. Following initial suspicions of intentionality. intentionality raised by YCRT interventor Pablo Gordillo Gordillo—who reported finding an “extraño artefacto” (strange device) on the tracks that appeared to have been used to force a wheel off the rail. Carlos Garzón, general secretary of tracks—and ATE Santa Cruz, characterized Cruz general secretary Carlos Garzón, who termed the event as an “atentado” (attack) (attack), technical investigations have now confirmed indications of sabotage. Forensic analysis of the railway track and announced that mechanical components revealed anomalies inconsistent with standard operational wear or spontaneous mechanical failure. The derailment involved the union would join judicial proceedings as a complainant. Federal Justice company’s only functioning locomotive, which had recently completed nearly two months of repairs. This loss is conducting forensic examinations expected to determine if the cause was paralyze coal transportation for several months, resulting in an operational failure or sabotage. While Santa Cruz estimated economic loss of $10 million. Governor Claudio Vidal called for a rigorous investigation, YCRT traffic head Luis Triviño stated noted that the train followed standard protocols and the tracks were in proper condition prior act threatens a significant coal sales contract intended to fund the derailment. purchase of two new locomotives. While the provincial government has called for judicial independence to ensure accountability, Federal Justice continues its forensic examinations to identify those responsible.
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