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Death toll rises to 14 in Serbia train station roof collapse

People light up candles in the city centre of Novi Sad, on November 1, 2024, following an accident at the main train station in Novi Sad, leaving at least 14 people killed and several people injured. [AFP]

At least 14 people were killed Friday after part of an outdoor roof collapsed at a train station in the Serbian city of Novi Sad, the president said.

The incident happened early Friday at the city's main train station. The roof provided shade near the entrance and was a popular place for commuters -- both young and old -- to wait on benches.

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