A man who was hit by a Merseyrail train last night has tragically died.
The incident occurred between Formby and Freshfield stations just after 9pm.
A British Transport Police spokesperson said: "At 9pm yesterday evening (28/03) officers were called to the railway close to Formby after reports of a casualty on the tracks.
"Paramedics also attended, however a man in his 30s was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
"The man's family have been informed. This incident is not currently being treated as suspicious and a file will be prepared for the coroner."
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The tragedy led to services being suspended between Southport and Hall Road, while emergency services dealt with the incident.
Passengers praised the actions of Merseyrail staff at the scene.
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One, Curly Sue, took to social media to say: "I was on the train with my mum, I want to praise the driver and the guard.
"Both men we brilliant in dealing with such a tragic situation. You need two people to run a train, guard and driver! Well done tonight. One person couldn’t have dealt with that situation alone."
