A PERSON has died after being hit by a train in Slough.

Officers from British Transport Police were called to Slough train station at 8.16pm yesterday (July 20) following reports of a casualty on the tracks.

Paramedics also attended but the person was pronounced dead at the scene.

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A spokesperson for British Transport Police said: "Officers were called to Slough station at 8.16pm yesterday (20 July) following reports of a casualty on the tracks.

"Paramedics also attended however sadly a person was pronounced dead at the scene.

"Their family have been informed and officers are now working to establish the full circumstances behind their death."

The incident led to disruptions between Slough and Reading.

And it also impacted Great Western Railway services between London Paddington and Bedwyn/Hereford.

If you’ve been affected by what happened on the network, there is always someone to talk to. You can contact the Samaritans on 116 123 from any phone for a confidential chat.