RAIB report finds driver passed red signal in fatal Elstow crash

Summarised from 2 outlets · 4 reports · Updated 2 Oct, 11:43 · Archive

The Rail Accident Investigation Branch has published findings on a fatal collision between two East Midlands Railway trains near Elstow.

The Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) has published its latest findings on a fatal collision between two East Midlands Railway trains near Elstow. The report reveals that a driver passed a red signal before the crash.

Lawyers representing victims of the crash have welcomed the RAIB's interim report, describing it as offering early answers about the collision. The findings have been published as compensation efforts for victims continue.

How it is being reported

• Lawyers welcome Bedford rail crash findings as compensation efforts continueCambs Times · 2 Oct, 04:00
• Lawyers welcome Bedford rail crash findings as compensation efforts continueEly Standard · 2 Oct, 04:00
• Initial report into fatal Elstow train crash reveals driver passed red signalCambs Times · 1 Oct, 12:33
• Initial report into fatal Elstow train crash reveals driver passed red signalEly Standard · 1 Oct, 12:33

In this story: Rail Accident Investigation Branch · East Midlands Railway · Elstow · Bedford

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