Shaun Burton, 60, has been named as the train driver who died in the collision between two East Midlands Railway trains on Friday, June 19. The crash occurred near Bedford when the Corby-to-London train, driven by Burton, collided into the back of a train travelling from Nottingham to the capital.
Family Pays Tribute
Burton's family paid tribute, saying: "We are devastated by his loss. Our thoughts are also with those affected by this incident." The family has requested privacy as they grieve.
Details of the Incident
The collision involved two East Midlands Railway services. Burton was the driver of the train that rear-ended the other. Emergency services attended the scene, and investigations into the cause of the crash are underway. The incident has raised questions about rail safety on that stretch of track.
Ongoing Investigation
Authorities are working to determine the circumstances that led to the crash. The Rail Accident Investigation Branch has launched an inquiry. This breaking story will be updated as more information becomes available.
