At 10:49 PM, a train crew member found a suspicious package on the track at 11 Listopada Street, Prague‑North, prompting an emergency response.
Suspected Package Found on Tram Track
At 10:49 PM, a locomotive engineer noticed an object lying on the track at 11 Listopada Street, near Targowa, Prague‑North. The object emitted a characteristic ticking noise, raising immediate concerns.
Police, Explosives Teams Secured the Area
Police and traffic control immediately dispatched teams to the scene. The sidewalk and street were cordoned off, tram and bus services in both directions were halted, and a safety zone was established. Pedestrians and passengers were redirected to alternate routes while police pyrotechnicians inspected the package step by step.
Investigation Confirms No Threat
The operation concluded at 2:05 AM. After thorough examination it was determined that the alarm had not posed a hazardous risk; the package was part of an alarm system component. Authorities praised the engineer’s vigilance, noting that his timely alert allowed swift containment and eliminated potential danger.
Transit Services Disrupted
WTP issued updates as the crossing on 11 Listopada was blocked. Tram lines 3, 4, and 23 were rerouted via Targowa–Ratuszowa–Jagiellońska–Rondo Starzyńskiego–Starzyńskiego–Rondo Żaba. Line 23 switched to Czynszowa via Targowa and Ratuszowa, while line 169 to Bródno‑Podgrodzie was redirected through Targowa, Ratuszowa, Inżynierska, and 11 Listopada.