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King 'Greatly Saddened' After Driver Killed and Dozens Hurt in Train Crash
British Transport Police said 33 passengers were taken to hospital and 56 others had minor injuries after the rear-end collision.
- Two East Midlands Railway trains collided near Elstow, Bedford on Friday evening, killing one driver and injuring 89 passengers ranging from minor to severe.
- Investigators from the Rail Accident Investigation Branch have launched a full inquiry into the collision, while 28 of the injured remain hospitalized today, including nine in critical condition.
- Passenger Peter Knapp described the impact as feeling 'like a bomb explosion,' while fellow traveler Brett Byatt recalled seeing passengers with 'serious wounds' and 'broken legs.'
- Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer described the crash as 'hugely concerning,' joining King Charles and union leaders in expressing condolences to the deceased driver's family and injured passengers.
- EMR suspended services between Bedford and London St Pancras until at least Monday, while Network Rail stated its 'absolute priority' is ensuring everyone receives necessary care and support.
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King Charles reacts to Bedford Rail tragedy as investigation gets underway
King Charles has expressed his sorrow following the devastating train collision in Bedford that claimed the life of a train driver and left dozens of passengers and crew members injured on Friday evening.Buckingham Palace said...
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