Minibus slams into Channel Tunnel shuttle train, injuring 19 and halting service

A minibus carrying truck drivers has crashed into a train in the Channel Tunnel between France and England, injuring 19 peoplePARIS -- A minibus carrying truck drivers crashed into a train transporting vehicles through the busy Channel Tunnel between France and England on Thursday, injuring 19 people and briefly disrupting cross-Channel traffic, French authorities said.The minibus was heading toward the tunnel entrance when it veered off course and struck the side of the shuttle train, the regional administration, or prefecture, said in a statement.Two people were hospitalized with serious but not life-threatening injuries, while 17 others sustained minor injuries. The minibus driver was among those hurt.About 200 emergency responders and other personnel rushed to the scene. Vehicle shuttle service through the tunnel was suspended for 90 minutes before gradually resuming by late evening, authorities said. Eurostar passenger trains and freight services were unaffected.The injured victims were of multiple nationalities, and the relevant consulates have been notified, local official Agathe Cury told reporters. She did not specify which countries.All those injured had been aboard the m...