24 injured in Germany's train accident

At least 24 people have been injured after their commuter train was derailed around Berlin, disrupting the capital's transportation. Twenty two passengers plus two railway staff were hurt in the accident which took place around Berlin-Karow region late on Thursday. The victims, five of them in critical condition, were taken to nearby hospitals. German police say they have been looking into the matter but have not so far been able to establish the root cause of the derailment. Rescue efforts continue as fears of further casualties forced authorities to shut down the area's railway lines.