A man has died after being struck by a train near Welwyn North railway station, following his escape from a custody vehicle that was transporting him from a police station to a court hearing.
Incident Details
Hertfordshire Police and British Transport Police issued a joint statement confirming that the man, believed to be in his 40s, escaped from the custody van while it was stationary on the A1 motorway. He then ran onto the railway tracks and was hit by a speeding train.
Emergency Response
Emergency services were called to the scene, but the man was pronounced dead at the location. The incident caused significant disruption to train services in the area, with delays and cancellations reported throughout the day.
Authorities have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the escape and the subsequent fatality. The police have stated that they are not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident.
This is a developing story, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
