Greek stationmaster arrested after train crash kills at least 36

Three days of national mourning have been announced

Smoke rises from trains as firefighters and rescuers operate after a collision near Larissa city, Greece, early Wednesday, March 1, 2023. Picture: AP Photo/Vaggelis Kousioras

Greek police say the stationmaster in the city of Larissa has been arrested following the train crash that left at least 36 people dead.

A police statement identified the suspect only as a 59-year-old man. Another two people have been detained for questioning.