Driver dead and 33 people seriously injured as Bedford train crash declared major incident
Summary
Two trains collided near Bedford, England, causing the death of one train driver and injuring 89 people. Emergency services are responding, and the cause of the crash is currently being investigated.Key Facts
- The crash happened at about 17:15 BST near Bedford, close to the A421 and A6 roads.
- Both trains were southbound East Midlands Railway services heading to London St Pancras.
- One train driver died in the collision.
- A total of 89 people were injured: 11 very seriously, 22 seriously, and 56 with minor injuries.
- Passengers described the crash as very violent, with some suffering facial injuries and broken bones.
- Emergency responders were on the scene quickly, including an air ambulance.
- The British Transport Police declared the event a major incident.
- The exact cause of the crash is still under investigation.
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