Two 16-year-old boys have been killed on a railway track near Stockport in Greater Manchester.
The incident happened in Poynton at around 10.25pm last night on July 3.
Railway lines in the area were closed for the rest of the night and into the morning while emergency services were at the scene.
Work continued into Friday morning with rail services resuming by 6.15am while officers could be seen gathering evidence today.
Floral tributes have been left at the scene and a mum who got off a train at Poynton told the MEN:
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‘I have teenage children myself, including a 16-year-old boy. It just brings it so close to home.’
The British Transport Police (BTP) is leading the investigation and the circumstances around the two deaths have not yet been confirmed.
A spokesperson for the force told Metro: ‘Officers were called at around 10.10pm last night (3 July) to reports of a casualty on the tracks near Poynton railway station.
‘Officers attended with paramedics. Very sadly and despite the best efforts of paramedics two 16-year-old boys were both pronounced dead at the scene.
‘The incident is not being treated as suspicious and a file is being prepared for the coroner.’
How to stay safe at railway stations?
Take care on escalators and stairs – Most accidents happen on escalators and stairs more than any other location at a station. Use lifts if you have heavy luggage or other large items and don’t rush when using escalators. Always use the handrail.
Walk with care – Wear sensible footwear at stations and walk, don’t run, to prevent trips and falls.
Mind the gap – Also be aware of opening and closing doors when boarding trains. If you drop something on the track, leave it and contact a station staff member. Stay behind the yellow line.
Had a few drinks? – Be careful if so, most slips, trips or falls are thanks to increased alcohol intake.
Source: Network Rail
According to Network Rail, accidental deaths on railways are at a five-year high.
Network Rail and British Transport Police have launched a campaign to tackle unsafe behaviour around tracks and level crossings as the summer holidays approach.
It features films that show the physical and emotional impact of railway accidents on people.
The films urge people to stay off tracks, observe warning signs, and use level crossings safely.
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