A hero train worker has been praised after walking "around a mile" following the Stonehaven train crash.
The off-duty worker, Nicola Whyte, "walked three miles" while injured to reach the next available signal box after the train derailed.
She managed to alert Network Rail to the incident, which saw the line closed and a major incident declared as around 30 emergency service vehicles raced to the scene.
The 31-year-old's proud family has paid tribute to her on social media after ScotRail's operations director praised the bravery of an unnamed staff member who called for help, reports the Daily Record.
Nicola's sister Emma wrote on Facebook: "My heart goes out to all crew and passenger involved in the major incident. It’s absolutely heartbreaking for all involved and it’s such a difficult time for us all!
"I am however a very proud sister of Nicola for walking three miles with injuries to get help for everyone! Forever grateful that you’re okay!"
In another message on behalf of Nicola, she wrote: "She would like to thank everyone who has wished her well and a speedy recovery after yesterday’s incident.
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"She currently doesn’t have access to her phone due to police investigations. If anyone wants to get in touch with her, feel free to message anyone of us.
Three people, including the driver and a conductor, tragically died after the passenger train, which was destined for Glasgow, derailed in Aberdeenshire on Wednesday.
A further six people were taken to hospital but were said to not be seriously injured.
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