CN Rail tracks near Repentigny derailment had structural problems: TSB

Track deficiencies were found near the site of a CN Rail derailment that occurred in Repentigny, Quebec, on July 5, according to the Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSBC). The federal agency's investigation revealed structural issues with the railway line in the vicinity of the incident.

The TSBC's findings point to problems with the track's condition, which could have contributed to the derailment. While the report does not definitively state that these deficiencies caused the accident, it identifies them as a significant factor near the derailment location. The specific nature of the track deficiencies has not been detailed, but they are described as structural problems.

CN Rail has not yet issued a detailed response to the TSBC's findings. The derailment itself did not result in any reported injuries or significant environmental damage, but it did cause disruptions to rail service in the area. The TSBC continues its investigation into the precise cause of the derailment.