Person dies and child in hospital after train crashes into car

Person dies and child in hospital after train crashes into car Trains between Preston and Blackburn have been cancelled until 2pm - Bookmark - CommentsGo to comments A person has died and a child has been taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries after a car was hit by a train at a level crossing. Emergency services were called to the incident at 8:50am on Thursday, with the child taken to Alder Hey Children’s Hospital for treatment. National Rail said that trains between Preston and Blackburn have been cancelled, with bus replacement services until 2pm. BTP spokesperson: “We are currently on scene at a level crossing in Houghton, Lancashire, following reports at 8.50am today (25 June) that a train had struck a car. “Paramedics and the fire service are also in attendance. Two people were in the car and sadly one was pronounced dead the scene, the other is being taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries. “There have been no other injuries reported from passengers on the train at this time.” Members of the public are being asked to avoid the area. More follows on this breaking news story Join our commenting forum Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies Comments [Image text:] BREAKING NEWS