A person has tragically died after being struck by a train near Croy station, leading to widespread cancellations and delays for ScotRail passengers traveling between Glasgow and Edinburgh.
Emergency Response and Incident Details
Emergency services were called to Croy railway station at approximately 8:15 AM on Tuesday, June 9, following reports of a casualty on the tracks. A specialist operations team, including paramedics, attended the scene, but unfortunately, the individual was pronounced dead at the site. British Transport Police have confirmed that the incident is not being treated as suspicious.
Impact on ScotRail Services
ScotRail announced on Tuesday morning that trains are unable to operate through the affected area while emergency services continue their work. Services linking Glasgow, Edinburgh, and the north of Scotland have been brought to a standstill. There is currently no estimated time for when the line will reopen, and passengers are advised to check before traveling and allow extra time for their journeys, as delays and cancellations are expected throughout the day.
Passenger Advice and Updates
ScotRail is working closely with emergency responders and will provide further updates as more information becomes available. Travelers planning to use affected routes are urged to monitor ScotRail's official website, mobile app, and social media channels for the latest service information. British Transport Police added: 'Officers were called at around 8:15 AM this morning (9 June) to reports of a casualty on the tracks at Croy railway station. Officers responded with paramedics, however sadly a person was pronounced dead at the scene. The incident is not being treated as suspicious.'
This is a developing story, and more details will be released as they emerge.
