BTP issue statement after man in his 50s found dead on tracks near Preston
The man was pronounced dead at the scene.
British Transport Police have issued a statement after a man in his 50s was sadly found dead on tracks near Preston.
Rail services between Preston and Manchester faced disruption during Sunday afternoon due to a fatality on the line.
Emergency services descended on the scene after the incident was reported just after 2.30pm yesterday.
A statement from National Rail said: “The emergency services are dealing with an incident between Bolton and Preston. Whilst they carry out their work, all lines between these stations are closed. Trains are unable to run between these stations and will be cancelled and revised.”
Lines re-opened during Sunday team time but delays remain and disruption is expected until around 7.30pm on Sunday evening.
Providing an update today, a spokesperson for British Transport Police said: “Officers were called to the line near Blackrod at 2.19pm on Sunday following reports of a casualty on the tracks.
“Paramedics also attended, however sadly a man in his 50s was pronounced dead at the scene.
“The incident is not being treated as suspicious, and a file will be prepared for the coroner.”
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