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Family of Joshua Travis will 'miss him forever' after teen killed by train

Joshua Travis, a 14-year-old former Nottingham Forest goalkeeper, died after being struck by a train; the Chestnut Grove crossing is closed for 21 days during the Rail Accident Investigation Branch inquiry.

  • On Wednesday , British Transport Police said officers were called just after 7pm to reports of a casualty at Chestnut Grove footpath level crossing, Burton Joyce, where Joshua Travis, 14-year-old former Nottingham Forest academy goalkeeper, died after being hit by a train.
  • The Rail Accident Investigation Branch is conducting a preliminary examination, and British Transport Police said the death is not being treated as suspicious.
  • In a family tribute, the Travis family described Josh as having "an incredible energy for life, an infectious and mischievous smile, kind sparkling eyes, and so much love to give," while Nottingham Forest FC and Aspire FC praised him as a promising goalkeeper and popular teammate.
  • Network Rail requested an emergency closure and the Chestnut Grove crossing is closed for an initial 21 days, while Burton Joyce Football Club and local clubs postponed fixtures and will hold a minute's silence.
  • Mark Budden, Network Rail route director for East Midlands, said the company fully supports Rail Accident Investigation Branch as inspectors gather and review evidence, with further action pending.
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Manchester Evening News broke the news in Manchester, United Kingdom on Saturday, November 29, 2025.
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