Rail services are facing major disruption after a person was found dead on the railway tracks near Wellingborough this afternoon (Tuesday, 12 August).
British Transport Police (BTP) confirmed officers were called to the line between Kettering and Bedford at around 12.45pm following reports of a casualty on the tracks.
Paramedics also attended, but the individual was pronounced dead at the scene.
A BTP spokesperson said:
“Officers were called to the line near Wellingborough at around 12.45pm today (12 August) following reports of a casualty on the tracks. Paramedics also attended, however sadly a person was pronounced dead at the scene. Enquiries are ongoing into the circumstances leading up to their death.”
The incident has caused severe disruption to East Midlands Railway services between London St Pancras, Corby, Nottingham and Sheffield, with trains cancelled or delayed by up to 90 minutes. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.
Passengers are being urged to check live travel updates before setting out.
If you have been affected by the incident, you can contact Samaritans on 116 123 free from any phone for confidential support.
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