Tram and Taxi Collision Resolved: Services Resume in Berlin-Mitte

In a recent incident in Berlin-Mitte, a taxi collided with a tram, causing temporary disruptions to several tram lines. The accident took place in the early hours of the morning at the intersection of Invalidenstraße and Hessische Straße. Following the incident, the Berliner Verkehrsinformationszentrale (VIZ) reported interruptions to tram services on the M5, M8, and M10 lines.

After a thorough assessment of the situation, the VIZ has confirmed that normal operations have now resumed. The accident site has been cleared, allowing tram services to operate without further delays. The affected lines, M5 and M10, were interrupted between Hauptbahnhof and Naturkundemuseum, while the M8 was impacted between Turmstraße and Naturkundemuseum.

Fortunately, initial reports from the police indicate that no injuries were sustained by anyone involved in the collision. Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident to ensure safety and prevent future occurrences.

The swift response from the VIZ and local authorities ensured that disruptions were kept to a minimum, and passengers were kept informed throughout the process. Commuters can now benefit from the restored tram services, which are crucial for daily transport in the area.