News · 30 August 2026
Man dies after van struck by train in Burscough
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A man died after a train hit his van at a level crossing in Burscough, West Lancashire, on Saturday afternoon. British Transport Police said the man was pronounced dead at the scene, and two train passengers had minor injuries. Police are continuing to investigate the full circumstances, though the incident is not being treated as suspicious.
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