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Man killed by train near Wellington railway station

A man died after being hit by a train near Wellington Rail Station.

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A British Transport Police spokeswoman said today: "Officers were called to the line close to Wellington rail station, following reports of a person struck by a train.

"The call came into police at 5.48pm on Monday, January 8.

"Officers attended alongside paramedics. Sadly a man was pronounced dead at the scene.

"Officers have informed the man’s family. His death is not being treated as suspicious.

"A file will be prepared for the coroner."

All train lines between Wellington and Shrewsbury were temporarily blocked, and delays lasted until after 9pm.

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