A man has died following a collision between a train and a van at a level crossing in West Lancashire, according to British Transport Police (BTP). The incident occurred at approximately 3:18 p.m. on Saturday at Martins Lane level crossing in Burscough.
Emergency services, including paramedics and the fire service, responded to the scene. BTP confirmed that one person was traveling in the van and was pronounced dead at the location. Two passengers on the train were treated for minor injuries.
The collision is not being treated as suspicious. BTP has launched an inquiry to determine the full circumstances of the event and is appealing for witnesses who have not yet come forward to contact them by texting 61016, referencing the incident as 373 of August 29.
As a result of the incident, rail services were suspended between Southport and Manchester, with disruption expected to continue throughout Saturday. Network Rail reported that all lines were closed between Wigan Wallgate and Southport, and replacement bus services were put in place.