Electric shock at Vienna-Simmering station: 32-year-old seriously injured after falling from wagon

The Vienna Professional Fire Brigade responded to the scene and, together with the Vienna State Police Directorate, provided initial medical care to the man. After emergency medical treatment on site, the 32-year-old was admitted to a Vienna hospital.

Emergency services on site

Police confirmed that the injured man is being treated in the intensive care unit. No further details were initially provided regarding his exact state of health or the level of electrical current involved.

The background as to why the 32-year-old had climbed onto the wagon has not yet been clarified, according to police. The investigations by the Vienna State Police Directorate into the exact sequence of events are ongoing.

Investigations and warnings

The area around Kaiserebersdorf station was partially cordoned off during the operation. According to initial findings, trains were not affected by the closure, as the incident occurred on a stationary wagon outside regular operations.

The Vienna Professional Fire Brigade generally warns against climbing onto railway wagons and overhead line systems. Even contact with the overhead contact line or grounded parts can lead to life-threatening injuries.

The case has been handed over to the relevant departments of the Vienna State Police Directorate. Further information is expected as part of the ongoing investigations.

The Austrian Press Agency APA also reported on the incident. The incident is reminiscent of earlier accidents in which people suffered severe electric shocks from climbing onto rail wagons.