Man loses leg after backpack caught on departing train in Belgium

A man lost a leg after his backpack got caught on a departing train at Heide station near Kalmthout, Belgium, dragging him under the wheels. The incident occurred around 5:15 PM and the victim was resuscitated on scene. This is a rare but serious rail safety incident highlighting risks of train boarding and platform safety.

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