www.oradesibiu.ro/2026/11/07/parchetul-european-an

The European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO) has launched a second investigation into potential fraud involving EU funds for the Madrid-Sevilla high-speed rail line, following a tragic accident in October 2026 that resulted in 69 fatalities. The investigation focuses on the use of EU funds for safety and signaling system upgrades. EPPO's actions are supported by the Guardia Civil's Central Operational Unit, and while the investigation is ongoing, no specific suspects or amounts have been disclosed. This is the second inquiry related to the same rail line, with the first initiated after a previous accident in January 2026. The investigation does not address the causes of the accident, which are being examined separately by Spanish authorities.