Mum says family 'lucky to be alive' after train crash
Summary
A train collided with a van on a railway crossing in Burscough, West Lancashire, killing the van driver. Passengers, including Sophie Cassidy and her children, were injured but survived the crash.Key Facts
- The crash happened just after 3:00 PM on a Saturday in Burscough, West Lancashire.
- The van driver died at the scene.
- The train was traveling on the Wigan Wallgate to Southport route.
- Sophie Cassidy was on the train with her son and daughter when the accident occurred.
- Her daughter was hurt by flying glass but only had a minor surface wound.
- Passengers stayed on the train for about two hours before emergency workers helped them to safety.
- The train driver quickly checked on passengers after the crash.
- Police are still investigating how the accident happened.
Read the Full Article
This is a fact-based summary from The Actual News. Click below to read the complete story directly from the original source.
