Rabat – King Mohammed VI is expected to visit the victims of the train accident at the Mohamed V Military Hospital in Rabat today.
A source told Moroccan news outlet Le360, “Preparations are underway to organize this royal visit to provide support to the wounded.”
In a statement issued after the accident, King Mohammed VI ordered an investigation to determine the causes of the accident. He also conveyed his condolences to the families.
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The death toll has risen from six to seven according to state-run Maghreb Arab Press (MAP).
At least 90 people were injured, some of whom are in critical condition.
The train derailed on Tuesday around 10:30 a.m. near Bouknadel, between Rabat and Kenitra, killing the train engineer, and seriously injuring the driver.
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