Suspected sabotage causes major Netherlands rail disruption
Major rail disruptions have hit the Netherlands, including routes to Amsterdam and Schiphol airport, due to suspected sabotage. ProRail reported that metal pipes were deliberately placed on tracks, prompting a national police investigation.
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Image source, EPA By Amy Walker Published 27 minutes ago Parts of the Netherlands, including Amsterdam, have been hit by major rail disruption after suspected sabotage to the tracks, the country's railway operator has said.
ProRail warned that passengers in the country's centre and north should expect cancellations and delays on Tuesday, while several level crossings were also malfunctioning.
Pipes were attached to the tracks in multiple locations, according to local media. In a statement, ProRail said the incident appeared to be "an intentional disruption... caused by human action".
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