Cyclist dies in train accident

The cyclist died at a crossing in Cambridgeshire

A cyclist has died after being hit by a train on a level crossing near Cambridge.

The incident took place at around 0930 BST on Thursday at the crossing on the Fen Road in Milton by the Jolly Brewers pub.

The cyclist, who has not been named, was hit by the 0825 BST from King's Lynn in Norfolk to London Kings Cross.

The cyclist, who is believed to be in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene.

It is understood no passengers in the train were injured.

All services on the line were replaced by coaches while investigations were carried out in the area.

Trains began running on the line again at about 1330 BST.

The driver saw him and sounded his horn but the train couldn't stop in time Sergeant Colin Markham, of the British Transport Police

British Transport Police have launched an inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the death and were speaking to the driver and passengers.

A spokesman described the collision as "a tragic accident".

Sergeant Colin Markham, of the British Transport Police, said: "As the train approached the crossing there was a man cycling or carrying his bike across.

"The driver saw him and sounded his horn but the train couldn't stop in time.

"The man who was in his 50s and thought to be local was killed.

"There is an investigation to find out exactly what happened and the half barrier crossing is being tested to make sure it was working properly.

"There will be an inquest at a later date."

A spokesman for West Anglia Great Northern (WAGN) apologised for any inconvenience caused to travellers.