Man killed by train after escaping vehicle on way to court
Summary
A man in his 40s escaped from a police custody van on the A1(M) motorway while being taken from Stevenage police station to court. He was later found dead after being hit by a train near Welwyn North railway station.Key Facts
- The man escaped from a custody transport vehicle that was stopped on the A1(M) motorway.
- British Transport Police found the man on the railway track at about 09:40 BST.
- The man's family has been informed, but formal identification is still pending.
- Two staff members working for the transport contractor were hurt during a struggle inside the van and taken to the hospital.
- The incident happened around 09:00 BST.
- Hertfordshire Police has asked the Independent Office for Police Conduct to investigate.
- A report has been sent to the coroner for further review.
- Train services on the affected line were delayed but have since reopened, with some ongoing disruptions expected.
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