Train Collision in Spain: Young Athlete Julieta Gallego Dies at Age 24

The death toll from the train disaster in Urda, Spain, in the province of Toledo, continues to rise. The collision between two trains has claimed the lives of nearly 70 people, and among the victims is 24-year-old long jumper Julieta Gallego, according to ABC.

The young athlete, a member of the AD Sprint club in Madrid, had competed in the most recent Spanish championships and specialized in the long jump and the 60-meter dash.

The president of the Royal Spanish Athletics Federation, Raúl Chapado, expressed his condolences: “The world of sports mourns Julieta’s passing. She had her whole life ahead of her, and it was unjustly cut short. Spanish track and field embraces Julieta’s spirit and shares in the immense grief of her family, her friends, and the club she called home. They are not alone in this loss.”

“The Royal Spanish Athletics Federation joins in the grief and dismay over the tragic train accident in Toledo. Our deepest condolences and solidarity go out to the families and loved ones of the victims, and our support goes out to all those affected during this time of grief.”