Emergency services were called to Tonge, near Sittingbourne, due to a train striking a van at a level crossing. The individual involved died at the scene, prompting an ongoing investigation. No trains are currently running through the affected area, with replacement bus services operational between key locations. Southeastern Railway's chief operating officer confirmed collaboration with emergency services and the Rail Accident Investigation Branch to determine the cause and restore services. Footage of a fire and helicopters at the site has emerged, indicating significant incident involvement.
Officers were called to the railway line in Tonge, near Sittingbourne, shortly after 12.45pm on Sunday following reports of a train striking a van. Paramedics also attended, but the person died at the scene.
David Davidson, chief operating officer at Southeastern Railway, stated: A train was involved in a collision with a van at a level crossing near Teynham earlier this afternoon.
Trains are currently unable to run through the area and replacement buses are currently running between Gillingham and Faversham and Sittingbourne and Sheerness-on-Sea.
The rail operator is working with the Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) to understand the cause of the incident and reopen the line as soon as possible.
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