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Railroad Workers in Kirov Prevent Tragedy, Rescue 6-Year-Old from Tracks

Railroad workers in Kirov prevented a tragedy on June 18, 2026, when they discovered a six-year-old boy alone on railway tracks and brought their train to an emergency stop just five meters away. The child was safely rescued and returned to his parents with the help of railway police.





Quick Facts
Who
Vladislav Vladykin (locomotive driver)
What
Emergency braking applied
When
June 18, 2026
Where
Zuevka-Ardashi railway section
- Emergency braking applied
- Train stopped
- Child rescued from railway tracks
- Child transported to station
- Child handed to transport police
A locomotive crew from Lyangasovo depot of Gorky Railway prevented a potentially fatal incident on June 18, 2026, when they discovered a six-year-old boy alone on railroad tracks near the Zuevka-Ardashi section. Locomotive driver Vladislav Vladykin and assistant driver Igor Bersin, operating a train on the Balezino-Lyangasovo route, spotted the child on the rails and immediately applied emergency braking, bringing the train to a stop just five meters away from the boy.
After halting the train, the crew safely removed the child from the dangerous area and transported him to Lyangasovo station, where they handed him over to railway police officers. Transport police inspectors subsequently located the boy's parents and reunited the child with his family. The railroad workers' quick thinking and professional response prevented what could have been a tragic outcome. In recognition of their courage and professionalism, the locomotive crew has been recommended for awards by Gorky Railway leadership.
Why This Matters
This incident underscores the critical importance of railway worker vigilance and rapid emergency response protocols in preventing catastrophic accidents. The crew's swift action and professional judgment directly prevented a fatality, demonstrating how trained personnel and proper safety procedures save lives. The case also highlights vulnerabilities in child supervision and the role of multi-agency coordination (locomotive crew, railway police, transport police) in resolving transportation emergencies.
Timeline & Sources
Jun 18, 2026
WireRailway police located parents and reunited child with family
Jun 18, 2026
WireLocomotive crew recommended for awards by Gorky Railway leadership
Jun 18, 2026
WireLocomotive crew spotted six-year-old boy on railway tracks during Balezino-Lyangasovo route operation
Jun 18, 2026
WireEmergency braking applied; train stopped approximately 5 meters from child
Jun 18, 2026
WireChild safely removed from tracks and transported to Lyangasovo station
Jun 18, 2026
WireChild handed over to transport police