Tragedy struck at Hither Green Station yesterday evening as a man lost his life after being struck by a train, leading to the closure of the railway line for approximately eight hours.
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Despite the efforts of emergency responders, the man was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have stated that the %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_1%% is not being treated as suspicious.
The closure of all lines between %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_2%% and Orpington caused significant disruption to rail services, affecting commuters during the evening rush hour. Normal services resumed only at 1:02 am on February 28, %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_3%% and clearance of the tracks.
In a statement, a spokesperson for British Transport %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_4%% stated, "Officers were called to the line at Hither Green Railway Station just before 5:50 pm last night (27 February), following reports of a casualty on the tracks.
The spokesperson further added, “Paramedics also attended; however, sadly, a man was pronounced dead at the scene. The incident is not being treated as suspicious, and a file is being prepared for the coroner."
London Ambulance Service also confirmed their attendance at the scene, with resources including an ambulance crew, a paramedic in a fast response car, members of the hazardous area response team (HART), and a trauma team from London's %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_5%%. Despite their efforts, the %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_6%%.
As investigations into the incident continue, authorities urge anyone with information regarding the events leading up to the tragedy to %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_7%% and assist in the inquiry.
For those in need of support or someone to talk to, Samaritans are available at any time, day or night, by calling 116 123.
